Support Worker

Location: Shipston-on-Stour
Hours: Up to 40 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £12.88 per hour

Join Heart of England Mencap and help people with learning disabilities lead fulfilling lives where they can thrive and reach their full potential.
We're looking for caring and enthusiastic Support Workers to join our Supported Living team at Rosedale in Shipston-on-Stour.

Rosedale is home to 10 supported living flats with a large communal area and beautiful garden, providing a welcoming environment where customers are encouraged to live as independently as possible. Our customers enjoy an active social life, with regular trips, community activities and themed events at home, making every day different and rewarding.
At Heart of England Mencap, we foster an inclusive and supportive culture where every individual is valued, respected and empowered to grow. We invest in our people through training, development opportunities and ongoing support.

About the Role
Working as part of a friendly and experienced team, you will support adults with learning disabilities to live independently, develop new skills and enjoy fulfilling lives.

Responsibilities may include:
Supporting customers with personal care where required
Prompting and administering medication
Supporting daily living skills and promoting independence
Helping customers access the local community and attend social activities
Building positive relationships and promoting wellbeing
Supporting customers to achieve their personal goals
No two days are the same, and you'll play an important role in helping customers lead active, meaningful lives.

Shift Patterns
We offer flexible shift patterns between 7:00am and 10:00pm, including:
Early and late shifts
Split shifts (for example, 7:00am9:00am and 2:00pm6:00pm)
Wake nights: 10:00pm7:00am (£1.50 per hour enhancement)
Sleep-in shifts are also available
Please consider your commute before applying, particularly if you rely on public transport.

About You
Previous care or relevant support experience is preferred
A caring, positive and reliable approach
A willingness to learn and develop
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, wake nights and occasional sleep-ins
A commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred support
Full training is provided.
What We Offer
£12.88 per hour
Wake night enhancement of £1.50 per hour
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
Extensive training and development opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders
High street and online retailer discounts (Blue Light Card)
Refer a Friend scheme
Long service awards
Sick pay
Life assurance scheme
Staff recognition awards
If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

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