Relief Support Worker

Royal Mencap Society; Beccles; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading charitable organization in Beccles is seeking Relief Support Workers to join their team. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. You'll assist with daily activities, provide emotional support, and work flexible shifts including evenings and weekends. Candidates should be passionate about support, have excellent communication skills, and be prepared to work in a diverse and inclusive environment. Enhanced flat rate payments are available for sleep-ins, along with various employee benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Exclusive discounts and cashback

Annual leave based on hours accrued

Health cash plan options

Free employee assistance program

Access to training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting individuals with learning disabilities.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships with clients.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily activities.
• Provide emotional support to individuals with learning disabilities.
• Participate in 24hr care services, including sleep-ins if required.

Skills

Passion for supporting others

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility to work various shifts

Positive and empathetic attitude

Job description

Mencap are seeking Relief Support Workers to join our incredible team in Beccles.

As a Relief 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.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.

DRIVER ESSENTIAL

Contract options:

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!

There is also a non contractual sleep-in available where you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £63.70.

JOB ID: 35546

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

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

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.