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Female Support Worker

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Posted on Jul 17, 2026 by CV-Library
York, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Social Care
Immediate Start
£13.1 - £13.1 Hourly
Full-Time
Job Advert
Calling all compassionate and dedicated females! Mencap is seeking passionate Female Support Workers to join our incredible team in Huntington to help support three ladies living in a bungalow.
You will be working with people to promote independence and maintain skills, as well as supporting them with personal care and activities in the community.
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.
What we're looking for:
· 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.
· A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.
Contract options:
· Part-time: 1 x 30 Hours 1 x 20 Hours
Shift times:
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!
· Days: Between 07:00-22:00
· Waking Nights: 22:00-07:00
There is also a sleep-in available where you will receive an enhanced flat-rate payment of £63.70.
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Due to the nature of this service, we are looking for female-only applicants. This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1.
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.
Vacancy ID: 36488

Benefits
Why join Mencap?

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.*Please note that terms and conditions apply based on your contract.

About Mencap
Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives. We're here to support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers. We fight for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in. At Mencap, everyone works with people with a learning disability, either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues.
Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere.
Everyone is expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organisation.
Every day we grow and learn. It’s okay to make mistakes, but we learn from them and make changes.
Everywhere, people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.We have Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long- term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies. We want to encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap, and we offer a variety of different contract types and working patterns. We’re not looking for specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. We will train and develop you to succeed in the role you’re applying for

Reference: 225384590

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Female Support Worker

CV-Library

Posted on Jul 17, 2026 by CV-Library

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York, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Social Care
Immediate Start
£13.1 - £13.1 Hourly
Full-Time
Job Advert
Calling all compassionate and dedicated females! Mencap is seeking passionate Female Support Workers to join our incredible team in Huntington to help support three ladies living in a bungalow.
You will be working with people to promote independence and maintain skills, as well as supporting them with personal care and activities in the community.
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.
What we're looking for:
· 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.
· A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.
Contract options:
· Part-time: 1 x 30 Hours 1 x 20 Hours
Shift times:
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!
· Days: Between 07:00-22:00
· Waking Nights: 22:00-07:00
There is also a sleep-in available where you will receive an enhanced flat-rate payment of £63.70.
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Due to the nature of this service, we are looking for female-only applicants. This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1.
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.
Vacancy ID: 36488

Benefits
Why join Mencap?

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.*Please note that terms and conditions apply based on your contract.

About Mencap
Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives. We're here to support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers. We fight for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in. At Mencap, everyone works with people with a learning disability, either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues.
Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere.
Everyone is expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organisation.
Every day we grow and learn. It’s okay to make mistakes, but we learn from them and make changes.
Everywhere, people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.We have Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long- term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies. We want to encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap, and we offer a variety of different contract types and working patterns. We’re not looking for specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. We will train and develop you to succeed in the role you’re applying for
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Reference: 225384590

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