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Make a difference every day with Mencap!
We're looking for caring, enthusiastic Female Support Workers to support three fun, active women in their 20s to live happy, independent lives.
No two days are the same! You'll be supporting with personal care, medication, finances, keeping their home tidy, and enjoying a wide range of activities including trips to the beach, shopping, the cinema, theatre, concerts, bingo, swimming, days at the zoo, eating out, and discovering new experiences together.
What we offer:
- Full-time (37.5 hours) and part-time opportunities
- Flexible shifts with rotas available 4+ weeks in advance
- Sleep-in shifts paid at £63.70 per night
- Full training and ongoing support
What we're looking for:
- A caring, positive attitude and great communication skills
- A full UK driving licence and access to your own car
- A willingness to work flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends
This role is open to female applicants only, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1.
All offers are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references (including your current or most recent employer).
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.
terms may differ based on contract
About Mencap
Join us at Mencap and be part of a team that believes in equality, diversity, and inclusion. Together, we can create a brighter future for individuals with learning disabilities and e mpower them to break down any barriers they may face.
Mencap vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with learning disabilities.
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.
£13.45 per hour + excellent employee benefits
£26,228 per annum, pro-rata + Excellent Benefits
£37,259 per annum, pro-rata + excellent benefits
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Female Support Worker - Penrhyn Bay, Llandudno employer: Royal Mencap Society
Mencap is an exceptional employer dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment for its employees in Lowestoft and Great Yarmouth. With a strong focus on employee well-being, we offer generous benefits such as 24 days of paid holiday, flexible working hours, and access to health cash plans, ensuring our team feels valued. Our commitment to personal growth means that regardless of your background, you'll receive the training and support needed to thrive while making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities.
