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Mencap is recruiting Support Workers in Ipswich!
Are you ready for a new challenge? Do you want to work somewhere where your hard work and passion are recognized and rewarded? At Mencap, you will have access to amazing benefits and award-winning training to ensure your success in your role.
Benefits include:
* The standard annual leave allowance increases to 24 days (plus bank holidays), rising to 25 days from April, and up to 27 days with long service, with an option to buy up to 10 additional days via our HolidayPlus scheme.
* Interest-free season ticket loans.
* Discounts and cashback (3% to 30%) at high street shops, supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays, and more through Mencap Extras.
Our commitment to diversity:
We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and plan for our colleagues' success. We welcome applications from everyone, embracing a positive, inclusive team environment. Everything we do keeps the people we support at the center of our efforts.
Role overview: Support Worker
As a Support Worker, you will provide outstanding support to help individuals live more comfortable, dignified, and happy lives. Your responsibilities include:
* Personal care, including helping with bathing, showering, and using the bathroom.
* Supporting independence through budget management, bill payments, housework, appointment organization, and cooking healthy meals.
* Building relationships and supporting understanding through excellent communication skills.
* Promoting community and social inclusion by helping individuals access local community events and activities.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. For more information, visit the directgov website.
Every day offers new experiences—some challenging, but always positive. Click apply now to be considered!
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Additional benefits:
* Service-related sick pay after 6 months.
* Pension contributions into the NEST Scheme on a salary sacrifice basis, with NI savings.
* Death in service life cover for nominated beneficiaries.
* Loans for debt consolidation, bikes, computers, and phones after 6 months.
* Interest-free season ticket loans.
* Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan for dental, glasses, therapy, etc.
* 24/7 employee assistance program for support and advice.
* Quarterly awards and recognition at 5-year milestones through the YouRock program.
* Access to award-winning training and development programs.
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