Relief Support Worker – Ipswich

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We are looking for a Relief Support Worker to join our Service based in our Ipswich.

Shifts will be spread across mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. Shift patterns vary greatly depending on the individuals needs and personalised 1-1 and shared support hours. Sleep ins are required in two flats on a rota’d basis.

About our Service

We provide varying levels of support some people we support for an hour a day whilst others require support twenty-four hours a day. Every shift really is very different. Three people we support have their own cars and like their Support Workers to drive them to visit different places such as the beach or zoo. 

The people we support have a lot of 1-1 hours which are to be used for activities that are meaningful to them like: going to church on a Sunday, help with cleaning, going banger racing, visiting the zoo, going to the pub. Most people like to go out most days whatever the weather.

What does a Relief Support Worker do?

As a Relief Support Worker, you will be expected to provide an outstanding level of support that will enormously contribute to the people we support, living a more comfortable, dignified, liberated and happy life.

• Personal care – supporting people with their morning and evening routine including showering/bathing, continence and using the bathroom.
• Supporting people with personal safety – to carry out checks in line with their individualised support plans
• Providing person centred support – through conversation and reading of individualised support plans. Get to know who you are supporting and learn what things are important to them: how they like to communicate, where they like to go, who is important to them, what support they need and how they would like to be supported.
• Excellent communication and record keeping – to support people to keep detailed records of any support they have received including writing daily notes, support with medication and Mar sheets, support with finances and personal money records as well as food and fluid charts. To communicate effectively and hand over to your colleagues. To communicate with people, we support in a way that meets their needs and preferences.
• All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

JOB ID: 32899

Benefits

• Flexibility to work the hours you choose
• Annual leave entitlement based on hours accrued
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.

About Mencap

Join us at Mencap and be part of a team that believes in equality, diversity, and inclusion. Together, we can create a brighter future for individuals with learning disabilities and empower them to break down any barriers they may face.

Mencap vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with learning disabilities.

If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding career that truly makes a difference, apply now!

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