Night Support Worker
Salary: £12.87 £14.03 per hour (based on competency & qualifications)
Plus: £25 night supplement per shift
Contract: Permanent Full Time or Part Time (Full?time: 40 hours per week / Part time: 33 hour or 22 hour contracts available)
Shift pattern : 8:45pm 8:15am, includes working every other weekend
About the Role
We are seeking experienced Night Support Workers to join a residential childrens home, supporting children and young people with severe, profound and multiple learning difficulties and complex needs.
This is a waking night role, where you will provide consistent, high?quality care throughout the night, ensuring safety, comfort and wellbeing at all times.
You will:
Provide exceptional care for children and young adults
Support bedtime routines, including washing and changing
Encourage healthy sleep patterns where possible
Carry out regular checks throughout the night and respond to any needs
Ensure medical needs are met, including administering and recording medication
Maintain a safe, calm and supportive environment
Carry out light housekeeping tasks during quieter periods
Participate in personal care routines and physical intervention when required
The heart of this role is building trust, communicating effectively and supporting young people to develop greater independence.
What We are Looking For Experience working in the care industry (experience with children with additional needs is an advantage)
A caring, resilient and positive nature
Strong communication skills and patience
Ability to encourage supportive independence
Creativity in meeting individual needs
Willingness to work a rota including alternate weekends
Commitment to safeguarding and high?quality care
Training & Benefits Full training and ongoing support
Opportunity to complete the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Child Care (fully funded)
DBS paid for
£1,500 welcome bonus*
Night supplement of £25 per shift
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