Mencap
Job title:
Support Worker – Bognor Regis
Company
Mencap
Job description
We are looking for a Support Worker to join our Service based in Bognor Regis on a full time basis. Shifts will be spread across mornings, afternoons, evenings and sleep ins, weekends and bank holidays.You will be supporting in a 5 bedded Supported Living and that the individuals there live a very active lives and are able, requiring minimal support with personal care.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.
Have you thought about working for Mencap?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.Everyone wants a purposeful job – to do something really meaningful. Everything we do at Mencap keeps the people we support at the centre of what we do. To find out a bit more about what life as a Support Worker is like, please to watch a short video.With us, it’s never ‘just a job’. In return for your hard work and passion you can find real and meaningful work experience, access to some excellent benefits alongside our competitive pay. to find out more about our Mencap benefits.We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and welcome applicants with disabilities to apply for all roles with us. To find out more about the scheme please visit .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!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.BenefitsWhy 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.About MencapJoin 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!
Expected salary
£22308 per year
Location
Bognor Regis, West Sussex
Job date
Wed, 10 Apr 2024 03:58:06 GMT
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