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We are looking for someone to join our amazing supported living team based in Northallerton.  The position is Full time permanent, 37.5 hours a week.  Shifts will be spread across mornings, afternoons, evenings, sleep ins, weekends and bank holidays. Preferably A driver.
Are you a caring & enthusiastic person? A music lover, have an interest in trains? If so, this might just be the role for you!
 
Supporting someone with their daily life is not a 9-5 job. You will need to be able to work across a range of different days and shift patterns, including some sleep in shifts.
 
We realise that your quality time is important too, so your rota is prepared well in advance – Got a request, something special going on? Your manager will certainly try to help you meet it.
If you have a positive attitude, and want to improve the lives of those with a learning disability, we want to meet you !  We will support you with progression opportunities throughout your career with us. All employees have access to a large range of benefits we offer!
 
About our Service
 
We support three active gentlemen aged between 60-68 who have a learning disability and are great friends.  They all live independent, fun and active lifestyles.  It is a busy home, from going on days out, train spotting, socialising, and seeing friends. 
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.  Typical responsibilities may include:
Supporting people to live independently – budget management, paying bills, housework, organising appointments and cooking delicious healthy meals.
Excellent communication skills and Relationship building – supporting the people we support to understand the world around them and promoting positive relationships.
Community & Social Inclusion - supporting individuals to access and participate in their local community and social events to promote life skills and individuality.
Personal care - helping people to get ready for the day.This may include prompting the people we support to take their medication and assisting with bathing, showering and using the bathroom.Not all Support Worker roles include high levels of personal care.*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
JOB ID: 32800

Benefits
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. 

About 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. 
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.  Click here to find out more about our Mencap benefits.
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!
No two days are ever the same, sometimes they may be challenging but they will always positive so click apply now to be considered