16 Oct
Mencap
Westcliff-on-Sea
Department:
Personal Support
Opportunity Type:
Paid
Town/City:
Westcliff-on-Sea
Salary Details:
£11.44 + excellent benefits and training
31 Oct 2024
Vacancy Type:
Permanent
Hours Per Week:
20
Job Advert
Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking part time Female Only Waking Night Support Workers to join our incredible team in Westcliff-on-Sea.
About the service
Our Westcliff service provides support to eight unique individuals who have profound and multiple learning disabilities as well as other complex healthcare needs.
As a Female Waking Night Support Worker,
you will be expected to provide an outstanding level of support that will enormously contribute to the people we support living a more comfortable, dignified, liberated and happy life:
- Personal care – supporting individuals to bed at their chosen time, carrying out regular checks and supporting them with toileting as required.
- Light household tasks as the people we support sleep such as ironing, cleaning, updating support offered on our digital systems.
- Ensuring the safety of the house is maintained.
- Getting the people we support ready for the day ahead.
- Ensuring the home of the people we support is clean and tidy.
- Supporting people to be safe overnight and meeting their health needs
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:
· Part-time: flexible hours based on availability
Shift times:
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!
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
* Due to the nature of this service, we are looking for female only applicants. This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9,
Part 1.
Job ID:32709
Benefits
Why 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.
*T&C;'s apply based on contract
About Mencap
Join 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!
▶️ Waking Night Support Worker - Westcliff-on-Sea
🖊️ Mencap
📍 Westcliff-on-Sea