Full Time and part time available 25 hrs plus a week
Pay: £12.76 per hour, rising to £13.31 per hour ( on successful completion of probation & training) £24,882 pa FTE
Permanent position, South West Herts
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (including evenings and weekends)
Watford Mencap is a local charity supporting over 800 people with learning disabilities and their families across South West Hertfordshire. We’re passionate about inclusion, independence and creating opportunities for everyone to thrive.
We’re currently looking for Support Workers to join our services.
About the Role
This is a varied, hands-on role where you’ll plan and deliver support to enable our clients to be more independent and to motivate them to do new things.
You will be helping clients at home and when out and about, working in a team and with families, and partner organisations to ensure that support is person-centred, safe and of a high standard.
We have opportunities in residential services and supported living services in SW Herts, in our Skills Development Team and in our Community Hub in Watford. and includes evening and weekend work.
What You’ll Be Doing
· Supporting with daily living tasks: preparing meals, housekeeping and personal care.
· Supporting in the local community: going to the shops and to clubs, or attending medical appointments.
· Encouraging our clients to stay fit and well
· Building positive relationships with clients, families and professionals
· Providing person-centred support
· Maintaining accurate records and managing risk responsibly
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
· A team player, creating a friendly & sociable environment.
· Caring, patient and reliable
· A good communicator - adapting your style to meet the needs of others.
· Provides support to a high standard
· Works inline with procedures.
· Keep clients safe and healthy.
You’ll share our values of being Inclusive, Respectful, Welcoming, Progressive and Challenging, and want to make a genuine difference in your work.
Why Work for Watford Mencap?
· Be part of an award-winning local charity
· Strong focus on staff support, training and development
· A meaningful role where your work truly matters
· Friendly, supportive team environment
How to Apply
Call HR on 01923 713620 for more information
If you are interested, apply by completing an Application form.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £24,882.00 per year
Work Location: In person
