Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in the Doncaster Community.
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, each with their own unique abilities and needs within their own homes and out in the community, you’ll play a vital role in their life.
Typical responsibilities may include: Supporting people to live independently, budget management, paying bills, housework, organising appointments, and cooking healthy meals.
Community and social inclusion – Supporting individuals to access and participate in their local community and social events to promote life skills
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
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.
This role requires you to be a driver.
Contract options:
• Part-time: flexible hours based on availability
Shifts will be spread across mornings, afternoons, evening, weekends, and bank holidays.
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!
We are an equitable, diverse and inclusive organisation and we particularly welcome and encourage disabled applicants and those from the Black and Asian communities to apply for the role as they are under-represented within the workforce.
JOB ID: 36371