Support Worker

Royal Mencap Society; Witham; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support organization in Witham is seeking a dedicated female Support Worker for a permanent, full-time position. The role involves delivering high-quality support to individuals with learning disabilities, helping them achieve independence. Excellent communication skills and a compassionate attitude are required. The position offers 32 days of paid holiday, pension schemes, and various perks to enhance your work-life balance.

Benefits

32 days of paid holiday

Choice of pension schemes

Discounts at leading high-street retailers

Access to health cash plans

Interest-free loans

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting others.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality support to individuals with learning disabilities.
• Help individuals live as independently as possible.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility to work various shifts

Positive and empathetic attitude

Job description

Advertising End Date:

28 Oct 2025

Internal Advertising End Date:

28 Oct 2025

Vacancy Type:

Permanent

Job Advert

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking a passionate female Support Worker to join our incredible team in Witham. The role is permanent and full time (37.5 hours per week)

Our Witham service consists of a mixture of individual flats, shared flats and shared bungalows. We support approximately 24 individuals with varying levels of learning and physical disabilities.

This is an exciting and varied role where no two days are the same. You’ll be delivering high-quality, flexible support to individuals with learning disabilities—helping them live as independently as possible and enjoy fulfilling, meaningful lives.

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

• Full time 37.5 hours per week
• 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 07:00-22:00
• All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

Job ID:34843

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.

At Mencap, we’re passionate about finding the right people to support those we care for. We interview frequently and may appoint before the closing date, so we encourage early applications.

Our benefits package offers 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata), along with a range of perks such as choice of pension schemes, discounts at leading high-street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest-free loans, and many more exciting offerings.

For more details on what we have to offer, please see the attached document outlining all the fantastic benefits available to you as a member of our team!

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 empower them to break down any barriers they may face.

£24,570 per annum, pro-rata + excellent benefits