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Relief Support Worker - Long Eaton

ROYAL MENCAP SOCIETY
Long Eaton, Derbyshire
Full-time
19th February 2026
 

Our Service is a Supported Living Service which provides individual support to one gentleman living in his own home. There is a void at the property that we hope will be filled by a new gentleman soon.  We provide support to people with learning disabilities together with additional support needs (physical disabilities and communication difficulties).

 

The gentleman likes to go and watch Derby County matches, and has a season ticket, and has several social activities he does. He likes to experience new things and will look to you to suggest innovative ideas.

 

There will also be shifts to cover at another service, which houses 3 gentlemen with varying needs. This service requires moving and handling. 

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 require you to be a driver, but it would be preferred.

Contract options:

·      Relief

*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

JOB ID:35461

This role does NOT meet the requirements for sponsorship and we are not able to offer it for this role

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.