Female Support Worker (Driver) - Blaenau Gwent

Location: Abertillery, Brynmawr, Ebbw Vale, and Tredegar

Salary: £12.00 per hour + Excellent Benefits

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours Per Week: 30

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of others? Do you believe in empowering individuals to overcome challenges and live fulfilling lives? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

About the Role: Female Support Worker (Driver) - Blaenau Gwent

As a Support Worker, you’ll play a crucial role in enhancing the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. You’ll provide personalized support, helping with daily activities, offering emotional encouragement, and foster independence. Each day brings new opportunities to make a meaningful impact and build lasting relationships with a diverse group of individuals.

What We’re Looking For:

• Passion for Support: A genuine desire to help others and a positive, empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.
• Driving License: You must hold a valid UK/EU driving license to assist with transportation needs.
• Communication Skills: Strong ability to communicate and build meaningful connections.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Shift Details: -Female Support Worker (Driver) - Blaenau Gwent

• Mixed Shifts: Between 08:30 - 20:30
• Evening Shifts: A maximum of 3 evenings per week
• Advance Rotas: Rotas are prepared at least 4 weeks in advance, allowing you to plan your personal and social life.

Why Join Us? -Female Support Worker (Driver) - Blaenau Gwent

• Generous Leave: 24 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time).
• Comprehensive Benefits: Including pension and holiday buying options.
• Career Growth: Ongoing training and development opportunities to help you advance your skills.
• Inclusive Environment: Be part of a supportive team that values equality, diversity, and inclusion.

We are committed to creating a brighter future for individuals with learning disabilities. Join us and contribute to our vision of making the UK the best place in the world for people with learning disabilities.

Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding career where your contributions truly matter, we encourage you to apply now!

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

About Mencap

At Mencap, we work in partnership with people with a learning disability. We do this by providing high-quality, flexible services that support people, including young adults, to live as independently as possible in their own homes and the community. 

Everyone wants a purposeful job - to do something meaningful. At Mencap, we can give you that. You will have opportunities to develop as a person, colleague, leader and activist. 

You’ll make new friends and feel inspired to reach your potential. We will ask a lot of you - but you’ll get back so much more. With us, it is never ‘just a job’. 

In return for your hard work and passion, we can give you real meaning and purpose in your work.