Support Worker

Location: Shipston-on-Stour
Hours: Up to 40 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £12.88 per hour

Join Heart of England Mencap and help people with learning disabilities lead fulfilling lives where they can thrive and reach their full potential.

We're looking for caring and enthusiastic Support Workers to join our Supported Living team at Rosedale in Shipston-on-Stour.

Rosedale is home to 10 supported living flats with a large communal area and beautiful garden, providing a welcoming environment where customers are encouraged to live as independently as possible. Our customers enjoy an active social life, with regular trips, community activities and themed events at home, making every day different and rewarding.

At Heart of England Mencap, we foster an inclusive and supportive culture where every individual is valued, respected and empowered to grow. We invest in our people through training, development opportunities and ongoing support.

About the Role

Working as part of a friendly and experienced team, you will support adults with learning disabilities to live independently, develop new skills and enjoy fulfilling lives.

Responsibilities may include:

• Supporting customers with personal care where required
• Prompting and administering medication
• Supporting daily living skills and promoting independence
• Helping customers access the local community and attend social activities
• Building positive relationships and promoting wellbeing
• Supporting customers to achieve their personal goals

No two days are the same, and you'll play an important role in helping customers lead active, meaningful lives.

Shift Patterns

We offer flexible shift patterns between 7:00am and 10:00pm, including:

• Early and late shifts
• Split shifts (for example, 7:00am–9:00am and 2:00pm–6:00pm)
• Wake nights: 10:00pm–7:00am (£1.50 per hour enhancement)
• Sleep-in shifts are also available

Please consider your commute before applying, particularly if you rely on public transport.

About You

• Previous care or relevant support experience is preferred
• A caring, positive and reliable approach
• A willingness to learn and develop
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, wake nights and occasional sleep-ins
• A commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred support

Full training is provided.

What We Offer

• £12.88 per hour
• Wake night enhancement of £1.50 per hour
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Extensive training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders
• High street and online retailer discounts (Blue Light Card)
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Long service awards
• Sick pay
• Life assurance scheme
• Staff recognition awards

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.