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Waking Night Support Worker – Autism & Learning Disabilities ¦ Tyldesley
At Bright Futures, we champion the potential of every person with autism and a learning disability, believing wholeheartedly in their ability to thrive and lead the most fulfilling lives.
Our Wareing home is one of our newest homes, supporting four adults in Tyldesley. The adults that live at Wareing have all come from family homes and are settling in well, they enjoy a range of activities individually, like attending youth clubs, long walks, going out in the car on trips out, and getting creative with crafts and drawing.
As a Waking Night Support Worker, you will help people feel safe settled and well supported throughout the night. You will lead by example, maintaining the highest standards of support and care offering calm guidance to colleagues and helping to maintain a caring positive environment. Your role will include checking on people supported at the home throughout the night, accurately recording anything important and responding to any changes or concerns. You will also develop strong relationships with the team and the people we support to ensure a calm, positive and reassuring environment.
What we're looking for:
- Previous experience in a care or support role is desirable (waking night experience beneficial but not essential).
- A care-related qualification (e.g. Level 2/3 Health & Social Care or equivalent) is desirable.
- Warm, person-centred approach with a strong focus on safeguarding, wellbeing and maintaining professional boundaries.
- Calm, resilient and proactive with the ability to work independently overnight and respond appropriately in unexpected situations.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills, ensuring accurate recording, confident lone working, and effective handover with the day care team. xgikmsk
Hourly pay that recognises your development
We recognise experience, qualifications and the additional responsibilities you take on. That's why we offer a clear hourly pay structure, with opportunities to progress as your career develops.
- £14.20 - £14.55 per hour – Waking Night (Unqualified)
- £14.85 per hour – Waking Night (Qualified)
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Waking Night Support Worker in Tyldesley employer: Bright Futures Care
At Bright Futures, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to empowering individuals with autism and learning disabilities. Our supportive work culture fosters personal and professional growth, offering comprehensive training and development opportunities while ensuring a fulfilling work-life balance in our welcoming home environment in Widnes. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we support, surrounded by beautiful parks and community engagement activities.
