Support Worker - Belper

We are looking for a Support Worker to join our Service based in Belper, Derbyshire on a full or part time basis. We can be flexible with the number of hours offered and will consider applications from all interested candidates. Shifts will be spread across mornings, afternoons, evenings and sleep ins, weekends and bank holidays. You will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £62.45 for any sleep in shifts carried out. The payment for sleep ins is non-contractual. This service is home to five individuals with various support needs and wants. The service is supported 24/7 and includes a sleep shift. There is an opportunity to work across our other services within the area. As a Mencap support worker no day will be the same. You may be supporting someone with meal planning and preparation, household tasks such as maintaining the home, managing finances, supporting with medication, appointments, and personal care. The next day you could be supporting with activities out in the community, supporting someone to find a job/voluntary position or planning that day trip or next holiday. What does a Support Worker do? As a Support Worker you will be expected to provide an outstanding level of support that will help to ensure the people we support live a more comfortable, dignified, liberated and happy life. You will have excellent communication skills and be a naturally caring and patient personality. Typical responsibilities may include: - Supporting people to live independently - budget management, paying bills, housework, organising appointments and cooking delicious healthy meals. - Excellent communication skills and Relationship building - supporting the people we support to understand the world around them and promoting positive relationships. - Community & Social Inclusion - supporting individuals to access and participate in their local community and social events to promote life skills and individuality. - 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.

Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.

Mencap is a leader in providing excellent support to people with a learning disability. Our vision is a world where people with a learning disability are valued equally, listened to and included., At Mencap, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace and we intentionally plan for the success of our colleagues in everything we do. We welcome applications from everyone, so come as you are and join us. Together we are Mencap! Mencap are strongly encouraging all our colleagues to have the Covid-19 vaccine as a way to help protect each other and the people we support. No two days are ever the same, sometimes they may be challenging but they will always positive so click apply now to be considered!

• All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Job ID: 32787 Benefits Why join Mencap? · 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) + a variety of benefits including pension and holiday buying options. · Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills. · A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.
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About Mencap Join us at Mencap and be part of a team that believes in equality, diversity, and inclusion. Together, we can create a brighter future for individuals with learning disabilities and empower them to break down any barriers they may face. 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!