Support Worker

Royal Mencap Society; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading support organization in Ipswich is seeking compassionate Support Workers to join its team. The role is part-time, offering 15 to 22.5 hours per week, and focuses on providing support to individuals with learning disabilities. Ideal candidates should be empathetic, flexible, and possess excellent communication skills. Benefits include 32 days of paid holiday and various perks. Salary starts at £24,195 pro-rata.

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.
• Willingness to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities to promote independence.
• Provide emotional support to individuals with learning disabilities.
• Help individuals enjoy a fulfilling life.

Skills

Compassionate

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility

Empathetic attitude

Basic IT skills

Job description

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible teams in Leigh on Sea. The role is permanent and part time

As a 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 who share their homes, each with their own unique abilities and needs. You must have a positive outlook and a sense of fun. Some experience of dementia is preferable but not essential, you must be patient and empathetic. Your role is to support people to live as independently as possible and to enjoy a great life.

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.
• Basic IT skills.

This role would prefer you to be a driver but not essential.

Contract options

• Part time 15 hours and 22.5 hours per week

Shift times

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 (varying shifts)
• Sleep in: 10:00-07:00 - 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.

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.

£24,195 per annum, pro-rata + excellent benefits

£26,768 per annum, pro-rata + excellent benefits