Relief Support Worker

Calling all Female Support Workers within the surrounding areas of Chilwell.

As a Female Support Worker flexibility is key as you may be required to work a variety of different shifts.  You should have the ability to work flexibly across weekdays, weekends and bank holidays and shifts will be spread across mornings, afternoons, evenings, and sleep ins.  Your flexibility is therefore essential for us to be able to meet the needs of the people we support.  

A driver is preferred for this role but not essential.

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. 

What we're looking for:

• A genuine passion for supporting others.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships.
• Various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.

• Contract

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!

*Due to the nature of this service, we are looking for female only applicants.  This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1. 

*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

JOB ID: 37122

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!  

https://jobs.mencap.org.uk/benefits.aspx 

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.