At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals with learning disabilities in their daily activities and provide emotional encouragement.
- Company: Join Mencap, a compassionate organisation dedicated to making a difference.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, competitive salary, ongoing training, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace welcoming diverse applicants; training provided for all.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in people's lives while growing your skills and career.
- Qualifications: Passion for helping others and excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 24785 - 24785 £ per year.
Calling all compassionate, caring and motivated individuals! Mencap is looking for dedicated Relief Support Workers to join our fantastic team in Warminster/Devizes. As a Support Worker, you’ll have the chance to make a real and lasting difference in the lives of people with learning disabilities. You’ll work with a diverse group of individuals, each with their own unique strengths, personalities, and support needs. From supporting with everyday activities to offering emotional encouragement and companionship, your role will be varied, rewarding, and truly meaningful.
What we’re looking for
- A genuine passion for supporting others
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive, meaningful relationships
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays
- A positive, empathetic, and person-centred approach
Our services provide 24-hour care, and rotas are prepared at least 4 weeks in advance, giving you the flexibility to plan your personal and social life.
Day shifts: Between 07:00 – 22:00
Sleep-ins: 22:00 – 07:00
Sleep-in payment: Enhanced flat-rate payment of £64.20 per sleep-in
Our commitment to inclusion
Mencap is an equitable, diverse and inclusive organisation. We particularly welcome and encourage applications from disabled candidates and individuals from Black and Asian communities, as these groups are currently under-represented within our workforce.
All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Flexibility to work the hours you choose
Annual leave entitlement based on hours accrued. Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills. A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.
For more details on what we have to offer, please see the attached document and below link with all the fantastic benefits available to you as a member of our team!
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're here to support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers. We fight for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in. 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. Every day we grow and learn. It’s okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes. Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.
We have Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long-term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies. We want to encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap and we offer a variety of different contract types and working patterns. We’re not looking for specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. We will train and develop you to succeed in the role you’re applying for.
£24,785 per annum, pro-rata + excellent benefits
Relief Support Worker - Warminster/Devizes employer: Royal Mencap Society
Mencap is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and growth of its Support Workers in the beautiful locations of Penzance, Marazion, and Hayle. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, Mencap offers flexible rotas, competitive salaries, and unique benefits such as enhanced payments for sleep-ins, ensuring that employees can balance their personal lives while making a meaningful impact in the community. Join a supportive team where your compassion and dedication will be valued and rewarded.
