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Relief Support Worker - Cudworth
Mencap
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2.9
Barnsley S72
£13.71 an hour
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Job details

£13.71 an hour
Annual leave, Employee assistance programme, Flexible schedule
Weekend availability, Holidays
Barnsley S72

Full job description

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Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Cudworth.


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.


From assisting with daily activities to providing emotional support, you’ll play a vital role in their life.


In our Cudworth service, we support 4 individuals, some with physical disabilities as well as learning disabilities. This role includes personal care.

You will be trained to use a hoist, along with any further training required to complete this role.


What we're looking for:

  • 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.

Contract options:

Relief, flexible hours to suit every lifestyle

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!

  • Days: Between 07:30-21:00 AND

  • Waking Nights: 21:00-08:00

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career that truly makes a difference, apply now!

Mencap holds a Home Office sponsorship licence; however, due to current restrictions on our allocation of Certificates of Sponsorship, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Applicants must therefore have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Vacancy ID: 37212

Benefits

Working with us means you'll not only be making a positive difference in people's lives, but you'll also enjoy various rewards and benefits, including:

  • Flexible working hours to suit your schedule
  • Exclusive discounts and cashback ranging from 3% to 30% at major high street shops, supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, theme parks, and holidays through Mencap Extras
  • Annual leave entitlement based on hours accrued.
  • Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan that covers dental, glasses, therapy, and more.
  • Free access to an employee assistance program providing round-the-clock advice and support.
  • Access to award-winning training and development opportunities to help you grow and succeed.
  • Please note that terms and conditions may vary based on your employment contract.

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'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.

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