Full time support worker - thetford (fw) - united kingdom, thetford, norfolk

job advert

we have an excellent opportunity for a full time support worker (37.5 hrs per week) in our residential services in the heart of thetford!

flexibility is a must as you will need to be available to work across various shifts between the hours of 08:00 and 22:00. shifts will be spread across mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

due to the nature of this service, we are looking for applicants who hold a full, clean driving licence.

previous experience of working within the care sector is not required as we will provide you with a full induction and training. however, you must enjoy participating in fun activities, be respectful and flexible to adapt to each individual's needs an above all else have a great sense of humour and be fun to spend time with!

about the service

fryers walk residential is a 24-hour service. we are a friendly service and we believe we will be able to offer you great job satisfaction whilst in turn you can make a real difference to the people we support quality of life.

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.

our support workers provide support with activities both inside and outside the home to help maintain and develop the social skills of the people we support. typical responsibilities may include:

prompting and assisting with person care

supporting with medication

supporting to make and attend appointments

planning healthy meals

shopping and cooking housework washing and cleaning of the bungalow supporting with laundry.

completing daily records

any other tasks required to meet the needs of the person you are supporting

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.

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.

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 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 the directgov website.

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!

mencap are strongly encouraging all our colleagues to have the covid-19 vaccine as a way to help protect each other and the people we support.

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.

job id: 24916

benefits

as well as knowing that what we do is making a positive difference to people's lives, you will receive fair pay and have access to a wide range of rewards and benefits as one of our employees.

22 days holiday plus bank holidays increasing to 24 days with effect from april 2023

annual leave increases with long service up to 27 days per year plus the ability to buy up to another 10 days via our holidayplus scheme

service related sick pay when 6 month probation is completed

pension contributions into nest scheme on a salary sacrifice basis meaning ni savings

death in service life cover for a nominated beneficiary under our life assurance scheme

loans for debt consolidation, bikes, computers and phones when you have been with us for 6 months

interest free season ticket loans

discounts and cashback from 3% to 30% at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via mencap extras

opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc.

free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support

quarterly award scheme and recognition at every 5 years through our yourock program

access to award winning training and development

*t&c's apply based on contract

about mencap

at mencap we work in partnership with people with a learning disability. we do this by providing high quality, flexible services that support people, including young adults, to live as independently as possible in their own homes and in the community.

everyone wants a purposeful job - to do something meaningful. at mencap, we can give you that. you will have opportunities to develop as a person, colleague, leader and activist.

you'll make new friends and feel inspired to reach your potential. we will ask a lot of you - but you'll get back so much more. with us, it is never 'just a job'.

in return for your hard work and passion, we can give you real meaning and purpose in your work

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