Support Worker

Mencap Southend-on-Sea, England Jul 28, 2025

Type Part Time
Pay Not listed
Work Onsite
Schedule Night shift

This Support Worker role is focused on mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Southend. It would suit someone who can bring you must be patient, empathetic with a sense of humour and fun to the role.

Where ownership sits

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Please see below for the hours available.

Care and support involved

Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Southend. As a Support Worker, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. Be working with a diverse group of people, each with their own unique abilities and needs.

What helps in this care setting

You must be patient, empathetic with a sense of humour and fun. A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.

Care skills and requirements

  • Some experience of dementia is preferable.
  • Personal care – supporting individuals to bed at their chosen time, carrying out regular checks and supporting them to use the bathroom as required.
  • Relevant care, clinical, support, registration, DBS, or safeguarding requirements may apply.

Practical details

  • The contracts available are Part Time and Waking Night roles.
  • The waking night shift starts at 10pm and finishes at 7am, you will be expected to provide an outstanding level of support which includes.
  • Waking night support worker: 36 hours and 27 hours - flexible hours based on availability.
  • Daytime support worker: Part Time 30 hours.

Requirements mentioned

  • DBS check

Job details

  • Benefits mentioned: Pension, Holiday allowance, Training
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