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Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking Waking Night Support Workers to join our incredible team in and around Aberystwyth.
As a Waking Night Support Worker, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. You will be working with a diverse group of people, each with their own unique abilities and needs. You will also need to be flexible to work days/evenings/sleep ins when required.
From assisting with activities to providing emotional support, you’ll play a vital role in their life.
What we're looking for:
- A genuine passion for supporting others.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships.
- A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities. .
All our services are 24hr care. We prepare the rotas at least 4 weeks in advance so you can still plan your personal and social life!
Mencap vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with learning disabilities.
If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career that truly makes a difference, apply now! If you need further information about this post, or need assistance in applying, please email Vicky.George@Mencap.org.uk.
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Job ID: 32547
Benefits
- 24 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
- Annual leave increases with long service up to 27 days per year.
- Service-related sick pay when 6-month probation is completed
- Pension contributions into NEST Scheme on a salary sacrifice basis meaning NI savings
- Loans for debt consolidation, bikes, computers, and phones when you have been with us for 6 months
- 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.
*Please note that terms and conditions apply based on your contract.
About Mencap
At Mencap Cymru, we are an equitable and inclusive organisation, and we know diversity fosters creativity, innovation and belonging. We are committed to become a fully Anti- Racist organisation where all colleagues can thrive and make Wales the best place to live if you have a learning disability or are a family carer.
We encourage applications from candidates who are underrepresented in our workforce.
These include Welsh speaking candidates, those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds and disabled people.
We are also 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.
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About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident .