Barnet Mencap is a charity based in Finchley that provides support and runs a multitude of projects for people with learning disabilities and/or Autism. Barnet Mencap are dynamic, enthusiastic, diverse, and committed to equal opportunities and the safeguarding of children and adults at risk.
There is currently a vacancy within their Equality Housing Team for a focused individual to join our caring, passionate, and diverse team in supporting adults with moderate learning disabilities and autistic adults to live independently in housing situations of their choice.
The successful candidate will have:
- Experience of working with adults with learning disabilities and autistic adults in a community setting
- Understanding of the issues faced by people with learning disabilities and autistic people living independently and the skills to meet their practical, social and emotional needs
- A 'Person Centred Planning' ethos
- Providing support with personal care as required
- Excellent communication and record keeping skills
Barnet Mencap know job satisfaction, flexibility, work/life balance, and a great team are incredibly important. So, at Barnet Mencap, in addition to offering 30 days of annual leave per year (including Bank Holidays), they have a TOIL system to allow flexible working, and our team can benefit from other perks including the Blue Light Card.
Please read the full Job Description and Person Specification for further information on the role. Full details regarding this opportunity can be found on the Barnet Mencap website: https://www.barnetmencap.org.uk/get-involved-2/jobs/
How to apply
Please send your CV alongside a covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria in the person specification. CVs should be emailed to: [email protected]
or use the following link https://www.barnetmencap.org.uk/get-involved-2/jobs/
If you have any questions, please get in touch to discuss.
The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service application in line with Section 115 of The Police Act 1997.
Important details
Closing Date: 17th March 2026
Interview date: 25th March 2026
Salary: FTE £27,007
Hours available: 37.5
Note: Weekend work required
Barnet Mencap are committed to safeguarding, equality and diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
PLEASE NOTE: This vacancy is for a Mencap affiliated Network Partner and not for Royal Mencap Society. Network Partners sign up to a terms of membership and pay a membership fee to subscribe Royal Mencap Society’s Network and each local group is a separate and independent charity within their own right. As part of the group’s membership, they have the opportunity to advertise their vacancies on the Royal Mencap Society jobs website.
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