Relief Support Worker

Royal Mencap Society; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support organization in the UK is seeking a passionate Relief Support Worker to join their Darlington Services team. The role requires flexibility to work various shifts, providing essential personal care and support to individuals with learning disabilities. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and a positive mind-set. Training and ongoing development opportunities are available, making this a rewarding position for those looking to make a difference in people's lives.

Benefits

Annual leave based on accrued hours

Ongoing training and development

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Must have a positive mind-set and willingness to improve lives.
• Ability to work flexibly across various shifts.
• Experience in relationship building and community inclusion is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to assist people with daily activities.
• Support individuals in living independently and managing their affairs.
• Communicate effectively to promote positive relationships.
• Help individuals engage with their communities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to provide personal care

Quick thinking

Positive mind-set

Flexibility

Job description

Do you want to make a positive difference to people’s lives?

We are looking to recruit passionate Relief Support Worker’s to join our dedicated team of support staff in our Darlington Services .

As a Relief Support Worker, flexibility is key for both yourself and for the service, as you may be required to work a variety of different shifts. You will have the ability to work flexibly across the weekdays, weekends and bank holidays depending on your availability and the hours being offered to you. Shifts vary including mornings, afternoons, evenings, sleep ins and waking nights. Flexibility is therefore essential for us to be able to meet the needs of the people we support.

The role of a Relief Support Worker can be challenging at times, so it is essential to have a positive mind-set with a desire to improve the lives of those with a learning disability. You will need to be quick thinking with a positive can-do attitude.

What does a Relief Support Worker do?

As a Relief Support Worker you will be expected to provide an outstanding level of support that will enormously contribute to the people we support, living a more comfortable, dignified, liberated and happy life.

• Personal care - helping people to get ready for the day and assisting with bathing, showering and using the bathroom.
• Supporting people to live independently – budget management, paying bills, housework, organising appointments and cooking delicious healthy meals.
• Excellent communication skills/relationship building – supporting the person to understand the world around them and promoting positive relationships.
• Community & Social Inclusion- Supporting individuals to access and participate in their local community and Social events to promote life skills and individuality.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and welcome applicants with disabilities to apply for all roles with us. To find out more about the scheme please visit the direct. gov website.

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

Job ID: 35737

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 carer’s . 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.