Support Worker - Linthorpe

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We have a fantastic opportunity for a Support Worker to join our Supported Living Service based in Linthorpe on a Part time permanent,  basis (18 hours per week).
You will be working in our supported living scheme supporting people both in the home and in the community. You will also need to be able to promote positive behaviour.
Your support will contribute to maximising the independent living skills for the people we support. You will support them to get involved in cooking, cleaning, shopping and leisure activities throughout the day as well as personal care if required. You must be willing to work flexibly across a variety of shift patterns including mornings, afternoons, sleep ins, weekends and bank holidays. Experience within the care sector is an advantage but not a necessity as full training will be provided.
This is a hugely rewarding role. One of our Support Workers has said: “Being able to go to work every day and bring a smile to someone’s face and help them achieve goals in their daily life is the most rewarding feeling in the world”.
If you can work in a people orientated role, are a caring person who enjoys enabling people to achieve their life goals and aspirations we would love to hear from you.
What does a Support Worker do?
As a Support Worker you will be expected to provide an outstanding level of support that will help to ensure the people we support live a more comfortable, dignified, liberated and happy life.  You will have excellent communication skills and be a naturally caring and patient personality.  Typical responsibilities may include:
Supporting people to live independently – budget management, paying bills, housework, organising appointments and cooking delicious healthy meals.
Relationship building – supporting the people we support 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.
Personal care - helping people to get ready for the day. This may include prompting the people we support to take their medication and assisting with bathing, showering and using the bathroom. Not all Support Worker roles include high levels of personal care.Have you thought about working for Mencap?
Mencap is a leader in providing excellent support to people with a learning disability.  Our vision is a world where people with a learning disability are valued equally, listened to and included. 
Everyone wants a purposeful job - to do something really meaningful.  Everything we do at Mencap keeps the people we support at the centre of what we do. 
With us, it’s never ‘just a job’.  In return for your hard work and passion you can find real and meaningful work experience, access to some excellent benefits alongside our competitive pay.
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 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 directgov website.
At Mencap, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace and we intentionally plan for the success of our colleagues in everything we do.  We welcome applications from everyone, so come as you are and join us.  Together we are Mencap!
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

Benefits
Why join Mencap?

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) + a variety of benefits including pension and holiday buying options.
Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.

*T&C's apply based on contract

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.
 Mencap vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with learning disabilities.
 If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career that truly makes a difference, apply now