Here at Heart of England Mencap we enable people with learning disabilities to lead fulfilling lives allowing them to thrive and do, be and feel their best! We know that we can only achieve this by hiring the best staff who share our values.
We are looking for Support Workers who share our vision to join our vibrant team in Evesham. You will be working in our 6 bed residential setting supporting our customers with mild Learning Disabilities. This role would include prompting and assisting with personal care, helping to prepare meals and daily living tasks alongside going out in the community and supporting our customers with their hobbies and interests. Some of our customers enjoy horse riding, swimming and trampolining whilst others prefer to spend time outside visiting the local shops or going to the park so being supportive of these activities is paramount.
The service itself is only a 5 minute drive to Evesham town or a short walk to the supermarket and local shops and restaurants. There is driveway parking with good public transport links.
Shift patterns within this service include 7am - 3pm or 2.30pm - 10pm. We also have sleep in shifts available from 2.30pm - 7am (paying £70.47 per sleep in).
In our latest inspection, we were rated GOOD by CQC!
Some previous care experience is preferred however full training will be provided - after all, good care comes from the HEART.
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Alongside being part of something amazing, our employee benefits include:*
- Extensive training and development – we will support with health and social care diplomas together with the care certificate-
- 28 days’ annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) rising to 33 days after 5 years
- Access to 24 hour Employee Assistance Scheme and trained mental health first aiders
- Discount card for high street and online retailers
- Employee ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme
- Long service awards
- Sick pay
- Life assurance scheme
- Staff recognition awards
If you want to really make a difference every day and share our values: Honest Effective Aspirational Respectful Trustworthy why not apply today!
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £9.50 per hour
