Support Worker

2 weeks ago


Adelaide, South Australia Mencap Full time

Overview
Job Advert
Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals
Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Salisbury.
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, you'll play a vital role in their life.
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.
Contract options
Full & Part-Time: 37.5 and Part-Time hours based on availability
Note: All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references
All our services are 24hr care.
We prepare the rotas at least 4 weeks in advance so you can still plan your personal and social life
Hours and shifts
Days: Between 07:00am - 10:00pm
There is also a sleep-in available where you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £62.45.
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.
Benefits
Flexibility to work the hours you choose.
Annual leave entitlement based on hours accrued.
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 carers.
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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