Relief Support Worker – St Austell

Company: Royal Mencap Society
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Location: St. Austell
Job Description:

Mencap are seeking Relief Support Workers to join our incredible team in St Austell.

Responsibilities

  • Support with community and home activities including cooking, cleaning, shopping, appointments, leisure activities such as gym attendance and local amenities.
  • Serve as a driver to transport staff and patients as required.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • 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.
  • Subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

Benefits

  • Shifts between 09:00 and 19:00/20:00 with rotas prepared at least 4 weeks in advance.
  • Annual leave entitlement based on hours accrued.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • Supportive and inclusive work environment.
  • Excellent benefits to be described in detail.
  • Salary: £25,577 per annum pro rata (or £24,402 per annum pro rata).

All our services provide 24‑hour care. Rotas are planned well in advance to allow employees to manage personal and social commitments.

We are an equitable, diverse and inclusive organisation and particularly welcome and encourage disabled applicants and those from Black and Asian communities to apply for the role, as they are under‑represented within the workforce.

Job ID: 36199

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Posted: June 1st, 2026