Support Worker

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Female Support Workers to join our incredible team in Retford on a part time basis.<br><br>Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below.<br>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. From assisting with daily activities to providing emotional support, youll play a vital role in their life.<br>Although a driver is not essential for this role, it is preferred.<br>What we're looking for: A genuine passion for supporting others.<br>Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, nights and holidays.<br>A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.<br>Due to the nature of this service we are looking for female only applicants. This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1<br>All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.<br>Job ID: 36039<br>Benefits<br>Here at Mencap, we offer an impressive range of benefits designed to support and reward our employees to ensure that our teams feel valued and appreciated.<br>Our benefits package offers 24 days of paid holiday (excluding bank holidays, pro rata), along with a range of perks such as discounts at leading high-street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest-free loans, and many more exciting offerings.<br>About Mencap<br>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.<br>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.<br>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.<br>Everyone is expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organisation.<br>Every day we grow and learn. Its okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes<br>Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.<br>We have Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long- term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies.<br>We want to encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap and we offer a variety of different contract types and working patterns. Were not looking for specific experience. xwzovoh It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. We will train and develop you to succeed in the role youre applying for.