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, and be committed to ensuring our individuals have the best day possible. Due to organisational growth, we are looking for a Support Workers who shares our vision to join an enthusiastic team at our Complex Needs Day Service in Stratford Upon Avon. You may need to travel to our others services from time to time to support absence. The hours are 9am – 4pm four days a week and 9am – 5pm one day a week. There is an opportunity to work a longer day and some Saturdays. You will support customers on a 1:1, 2:1 or 3:1 basis to access the community and to participate in activities they enjoy this could include; swimming, gym, working at a farm, tennis and riding accessible bikes. In the centre you will support customers in a variety of sessions which may be; cooking, music, art, sensory story telling as well supporting with daily needs which will include assisting with personal care, eating and drinking and postural care. We have an extensive training programme in place to ensure that staff are supported to feel confident within their role. But most of all, we offer fun and laughter throughout the day as well as being part of a fantastic and supportive team Some of our customers can display distressed behaviour but a full shadowing induction is given and training is provided. Some previous care experience is preferred however full training will be provided - after all, good care comes from the HEART. 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 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays 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 Staff recognition awards Life assurance scheme Work mobile Free on site parking Good local transport links Mileage rates Enhanced rates for Bank holiday and certain shifts Company pension Life Assurance If you want to really make a difference every day and share our values: Honest Effective Aspirational Respectful Trustworthy why not apply today We are currently not able to provide Employee Sponsorship