Female Relief Support Worker - Selby

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

Job summary

A reputable support organization in Hatfield is looking for Female Relief Support Workers to make a significant difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. This role involves assisting with daily activities and providing emotional support to a diverse group of people. Candidates should have excellent communication skills and flexibility to work various shifts. The position offers a pay rate of £12.21 per hour and comprehensive benefits, creating a supportive environment for all employees.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Annual leave entitlement based on hours accrued

Supportive and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Ability to work various shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Commitment to providing emotional and daily activity support.
• Understanding of how to interact with individuals with learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily activities.
• Provide emotional support to clients.
• Build meaningful relationships with clients.
• Support a diverse group of people with unique needs.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Genuine passion for supporting others

Flexibility

Positive and empathetic attitude

Job description

Job Advert

£12.21 per hour plus excellent Mencap benefits

Mencap are seeking Female Relief Support Workers to join our incredible team in Selby

As a Female 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.

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!

Hours between 7am- 10pm.

There is also a non contractual sleep-in available where you receive an enhanced flat rate.

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

*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.

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.

JOB ID: 35300

• 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.

£12.21 per hour plus excellent Mencap benefits

£23,810 per annum, pro-rata + excellent benefits

£23,810 per annum, pro-rata + excellent benefits