Calling caring and dedicated individuals!
Mencap is looking for enthusiastic Support Workers to join our welcoming team in Kettering – the service is in the NN16 post code
As a Support Worker, you’ll have the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people with learning disabilities. You’ll be supporting three ladies and three gentlemen, each with their own unique strengths, personalities, and support needs.
Your role will include assisting with daily activities, offering emotional support, and helping individuals live fulfilling and independent lives. Every day brings an opportunity to positively impact someone’s life.
What we’re looking for:
A genuine passion for supporting others
Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive, trusting relationships
Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays
A positive, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting people with learning disabilities
Part-time with flexible hours based on availability
Interviews will take place at our office in Kettering
Sleep-in shifts are paid at an enhanced flat rate of £63.70
Job ID: 34420
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
- 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) + a variety of benefits including pension .
- Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.
About Mencap
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 carer’s . 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. It’s okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes
Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.
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.
We want to encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap and we offer a variety of different contract types and working patterns. We’re not looking for specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. We will train and develop you to succeed in the role you’re applying for.
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