Support Worker

Royal Mencap Society; Farnham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support charity in Farnham is looking for a compassionate Support Worker. You will provide tailored support for individuals with learning disabilities, enabling them to enjoy engaging activities and live independently. The role is full-time, offering 32 days of paid holiday and a salary of £24,570 per annum pro-rata. Join us to make a meaningful difference in the community.

Benefits

32 days of paid holiday

Pension scheme options

Health cash plans

Discounts at leading retailers

Qualifications

• Experience in providing support to individuals with learning disabilities.
• Ability to empower individuals to participate in activities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care and support to individuals with learning disabilities.
• Empower people to live independently and participate in daily activities and community outings.
• Build trusting relationships and communicate effectively with individuals, families, and team members.

Skills

Compassionate care

Effective communication

Independence support

Job description

Overview

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking a passionate Support Worker to join our team in Farnham, Surrey. The position is permanent and full time (37.5 hours per week).

About the role

At our Farnham service, we support five individuals with learning disabilities who share a welcoming and active home. Each person leads a busy and fulfilling life, enjoying regular outings and activities such as bowling, shopping, cinema trips, day excursions, and dining out. You’ll provide high-quality, flexible support tailored to each person’s needs to empower individuals to live as independently as possible and to make the most of every day—at home and in the community.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care and support to individuals with learning disabilities.
• Empower people to live independently and participate in daily activities and community outings.
• Build trusting relationships and communicate effectively with individuals, families, and team members.

Shift times

All services are 24hr care. We prepare rotas at least 4 weeks in advance so you can plan your personal and social life.

• Days: Between 07:00–22:00
• Sleep-ins: 22:00–07:00

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

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. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references. Vacancy ID: 34809.

Benefits

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 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