Waking Nights Support Worker

Salary £30,526.31\\n\\nHours: 40 per week\\n\\nPermanent Contract\\n\\nGenerous 28 Days Holiday\\n\\nFree Training provided and a great Induction\\n\\nFree Enhanced DBS Check\\n\\nCasual Dress\\n\\nCompany Pension\\n\\nFree Parking\\n\\nJoin a caring team of support staff and managers that value\\n\\nopenness, transparency and accountability, as we grow opening\\n\\nnew homes around Oxford providing nurturing and supportive\\n\\nenvironments for young minds. If you are passionate about\\n\\ncontributing to making a real difference in the Children's lives we\\n\\nsupport, we can offer you:\\n\\nResponsibilities:\\n\\n·You will be required to support and supervise young people who are not\\n\\nasleep at the start of your shift and routinely check on young people at\\n\\nregular intervals throughout the night.\\n\\nYou will need to promptly respond and attend to the needs of any young\\n\\npeople who may wake, experience distress, be unable to sleep, be woken\\n\\nfor personal care (toileting), or medical reasons.\\n\\nAbout you\\n\\nYou should have a willingness and ability to demonstrate a commitment to\\n\\nundertake NVQ level 3 in Child Care/Level 3 Diploma for Residential\\n\\nChildcare or a qualification which is equivalent to a level 3 Diploma.\\n\\nKnowledge of the principles of good practice in residential children’s\\n\\nhomes.\\n\\nFlexible shift patterns available, regular hours 9:30pm-7:30am.\\n\\nMultiple sites across Oxfordshire.\\n\\nQualifications:\\n\\n Experience in Children’s Residential Care\\n\\n Driving Licence\\n\\nJob Overview\\nWe are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to individuals in various settings, including home care, nursing homes, and hospice care.

This position requires a strong commitment to enhancing the well-being of our clients while promoting their independence and dignity.\\n\\nResponsibilities\\n\\n * Provide personal care and assistance with daily living activities.\\n\\n * Support clients with mobility and transfers, ensuring their safety at all times.\\n\\n * Assist with medication management as per care plans and guidelines.\\n\\n * Engage clients in meaningful activities to promote social interaction and mental stimulation.\\n\\n * Implement behaviour management strategies to support clients with challenging behaviours.\\n\\n * Maintain accurate records of client progress and report any changes in condition to the nursing staff or care manager.\\n\\n * Drive clients to appointments or social activities as required, ensuring their comfort during transport.\\n\\n * Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and update individual care plans tailored to each client's needs.\\n\\nRequirements\\n\\n * Previous experience in care.\\n\\n * Certification in First Aid is preferred; additional training in nursing or related fields is an advantage.\\n\\n * Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with clients and their families.\\n\\n * Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.\\n\\n * Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.\\n\\n * A valid driving licence is essential for transporting clients when necessary.\\n\\n * A genuine passion for providing high-quality support and care to individuals in need.\\n\\nIf you are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of others and possess the skills outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role as a Support Worker.\\n\\nJob Type: Full-time\\n\\nPay: £30,500.00-£30,527.00 per year\\n\\nBenefits:\\n\\n * Company pension\\n\\n * Flexitime\\n\\n * Free parking\\n\\n * On-site parking\\n\\n * Sick pay\\n\\nPhysical Setting:\\n\\n * Residential home\\n\\nShift:\\n\\n * Night shift\\n\\nWork days:\\n\\n * Every weekend\\n\\n * Monday to Friday\\n\\n * Weekends only