Relief Support Worker

Mencap are seeking Relief Support Workers to join our incredible teams in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

As a Relief 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.

Working across two sites in the Ilkeston area, no day will be the same.  One day you could be working within our Supported living service and the next out and about in our Community Support.  Your role will involve supporting individuals within their homes to maintain a safe environment, food preparation and cooking, supporting with finances, making and attending appointments, supporting to build on life skills, promoting independence, building and maintaining relationships with family and friends, social activities and many more person centred activities based on the individual you are supporting.

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.

This role does not requires you to be a driver. 

Contract options:

·      Relief

Shift times:

We have many different shift patterns which start from 7am and may finish at 10pm depending on the location where you are working at.    

We prepare the rotas at least 4 weeks in advance so you can still plan your personal and social life!

Our supported living property is a 24 hour service and does involve a sleep in shift however this is not a requirement of this post. There is also a non contractual sleep-in available where you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £63.70 between the hours of 10pm and 7am.

Training:

 

If you are successful you will be require to complete a 12 week induction program which will involved face to face and digital training, shadowing within the services with our senior support workers and regular follow up meeting with our managers.

 

We do ask that you have a basic knowledge of using digital equipment such as computers, laptops and tablets.  

JOB ID: 35681