Support Worker - Bury St Edmunds

Are you ready to make a real difference in someone’s life? At Mencap, we’re looking for passionate, caring individuals to join our team of Support Workers in Bury St Edmunds.

Whether you're looking for a full-time career or a flexible role to fit around your life, we have opportunities to suit you.

About the role

You’ll be supporting people with learning disabilities to live their best lives — filled with laughter, independence, and fun. From karaoke nights and cinema trips to shopping sprees and meals out, no two days are the same!

In this rewarding role, you’ll provide personalised support based on each individual’s needs, including personal care and manual handling. You’ll assist with daily routines, join in on activities, and use a person-centred, Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approach to help manage behaviours that may be challenging. 

Please see attached full Job Description for more information. 

Shifts & Hours:

 We have 1x full time role available, shifts can vary between 7am-10pm and weekend work is included in this role so flexibility is essential.

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

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 carers. 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.

· Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.