Job Details
Female Outreach Support Worker - Leeds
Mencap
Overview
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.
£12.21
Per hour
Part time, Permanent
(17.5 hours per week)
Leeds. Applicants must be able to travel to Pudsey (LS28) and Cookridge (LS16).
Key information
As an Outreach Support Worker, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the life of a young woman with learning disabilities.
About the role
You’ll be supporting her in the community, helping her access activities and providing emotional and practical support tailored to her unique needs.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and welcome applicants with disabilities to apply for all roles with us.
Requirements
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.
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
- Preferably holds up-to-date training in epilepsy and autism, completed within the last 3 years. Full training in both areas will be provided.
- Must be able to travel on public transport and walk distances to, from and between bus stops
- Must be able to swim