Support Workers Bourne

Mencap is seeking compassionate and dedicated Support Workers to join our team in Bourne, Lincolnshire. As a Support Worker, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. You will be working with a diverse group of people, each with their own unique abilities and needs. You may assist with daily activities and provide emotional support as part of your role.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with learning disabilities in daily activities and personal care as appropriate.
• Provide emotional support and encouragement to promote independence and wellbeing.
• Collaborate with the care team to develop and implement person-centred support plans.
• Ensure a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all service users.

What We’re Looking For (Qualifications)

• A genuine passion for supporting others.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.
• Drivers are preferred, and you must be able to do sleep-ins when required.

Contract Options

• Full-time: 37.5 hours
• Part-time: 20 hours

Shift Times

All our services are 24hr care. We prepare the rotas at least 4 weeks in advance so you can still plan your personal and social life. Shifts will include weekdays, weekends, bank holidays and sleep-ins. For sleep-ins you receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £63.70. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are an equitable, diverse and inclusive organisation and we welcome and encourage disabled applicants and those from Black and Asian communities to apply for the role as they are under-represented within the workforce.

Benefits

• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) + a variety of benefits including pension and holiday buying options.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.

About Mencap

Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives. We support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers, and work to create a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society. At Mencap, everyone works with people with a learning disability, either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues. Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere. Everyone is expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organisation. We believe in learning from mistakes and growing together, ensuring all colleagues feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves. We have Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. We encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap. We offer a variety of contract types and working patterns. We are not looking for specific experience; your personality and values will make you a great colleague. We will train and develop you to succeed in the role you are applying for.