Mencap
Support Worker - Chopwell (30 hours)
Support Worker - Chopwell (30 hours) at Mencap, across the UK. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- Not given by the employer
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site · Weekend work
- Location
- UK wide
- Closing date
- Sector
- Support Worker
- DBS check
Reference https://jobs.mencap.org.uk/vacancies/37220/support-worker--chopwell-30-hours.htm
About the role
- Department: - Personal Support
- Location: - Chopwell
- Vacancy Type: - Permanent
- Salary Details: - £25,054 per annum pro rata + excellent benefits
- Job Advert: -
Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Chopwell.
As a 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.
From assisting with daily activities to providing emotional support, you’ll play a vital role in their life.
We are looking for 2 x dedicated and enthusiastic Support Workers to assist an active young gentleman with a range of daily activities and meaningful engagement. He enjoys watching YouTube, exploring Google Maps, and getting creative by making crispy cakes.He is non-verbal and communicates through sounds or by writing on paper, and he benefits from support from someone who is patient, attentive, and able to understand and respond to his individual communication style.
He has a real love for drawing and bowling and really enjoys trips to the park —especially spending time on the swings!
If you are someone who can bring energy, understanding, and a person-centred approach, you’ll be a great fit for supporting him to enjoy his favourite activities and maintain his independence.
What we're looking for:
· A genuine passion for supporting others.
· Excellent communication skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships.
· Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
· A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.
This role requires you to be a driver.
Contract options:
· Part time 30 hours per week
· Part-time: flexible hours based on availability
Shift times:
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!
You will be required to work sleep in hours and shifts are 09:00 am - 09.15am NEXT MORNING
There is also a sleep-in available where you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £64.20.
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Job ID: 37220
We are an equitable, diverse and inclusive organisation and we particularly welcome and encourage disabled applicants and those from the Black and Asian communities to apply for the role as they are under-represented within the workforce.
'Mencap welcomes applications from all suitable candidates and is committed to attracting a diverse workforce. However, all available Certificates of Sponsorship for 2026 have now been allocated, so we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship. Candidates must already have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this role.'
Reference: https://jobs.mencap.org.uk/vacancies/37220/support-worker--chopwell-30-hours.htm · Posted 5 hours ago · Closes 13 Dec 2026 · Listed via Mencap
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