Support Worker, Healthcare Nursing

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Gateshead.

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.

Supporting 3 gentlemen with PMLD

• 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, and occasional waking nights.
• A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.
• This role requires you to be a driver with a full UK driving licence.

• Various contracts available.
• Part-time: flexible hours based on availability.

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!

All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

Job

Mencap holds a Home Office sponsorship licence; however, due to current restrictions on our allocation of Certificates of Sponsorship, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Applicants must therefore have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

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.

• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) + a variety of benefits including pension and holiday buying options.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.

£25,054 per annum, pro-rata + excellent benefits.

£26,228 per annum, pro-rata + excellent benefits.