Carlisle Mencap is a charitable organisation based in Carlisle and we are committed to treating people who have a learning disability with compassion, dignity and respect. Our service users are at the heart of all that we do. If you believe that everyone with a learning disability has the right to live happy and health lives, this is the job for you.
We are passionate about ensuring that everyone with a learning disability are able to make choices, are provided with opportunities and treated with respect
We have 5 supported living houses in the Carlisle area providing 24 hour support, our children’s services operates from the Grace Little Centre in Carlisle and we provide adult respite within California House. We run both adult and children outreach services and facilitate adult activities.
We require a dynamic, caring forward thinking person to provide individualised person-centred support to people who have learning disabilities in our services.
You will work in partnership with individuals to enable them to take active control over their lives and make progress toward their personal goals. You will work in an anti-discriminatory manner, ensuring that the rights and entitlements of the Service Users are respected at all times. You will promote self-esteem, independence and social inclusion. The successful applicant will be able to think on their feet, work under their own initiative at times and respond to situations with a proactive attitude.
We provide full training for all our staff and the ability to obtain fully accredited qualifications.
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.
How to apply
To apply, please use the following link: https://carlislemencap.recruitee.com/o/support-worker-application
Important details
Closing Date: Friday 31 July 2026
Hours available: 37.5 hours per week (3 positions available)
Further details
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.
Please note that unfortunately we are not a sponsorship provider.
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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