Description
Location : Lennox Court, Chichester Salary : £13.49 per hour plus allowances Hours : 37 per week Allowances (dependent on working times):
Unsociable hours uplift: £4.51 extra per waking night shift Sleep-in shifts: £61 per shift (10pm7am) Sleep-in disturbance: If disturbed for 14 hours, you get the unsociable hours uplift plus normal hourly pay for time worked. If disturbed for 4+ hours, youre paid normal hourly rate for the entire shift plus the £4.51 allowance. Who are we:
Southdown is a not-for-profit provider supporting 160 adults with learning and physical disabilities across Sussex. We run 23 supported living services and 4 residential care homes.
What youll be doing:
Are you passionate about making a real difference? Were seeking a compassionate and adaptable Support Worker to help individuals live independently and with dignity. Your role involves encouraging clients to connect with their community through activities like walks, cinema, shopping, and café visits, alongside supporting daily living tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and personal care.
Youll help build clients confidence and independence through empowering care in a rewarding role where no two days are the same.
Previous experience in roles such as Health Care Assistant, Support Worker, Nurse, or Mental Health Care Worker is welcome but not essential, as full training will be provided.
The best thing about my job is the clients. Getting to know them, getting to know their characters and just enjoying life with them
Karen, Southdown Support Worker.
Service Description:
Lennox Court
is a supported living service for 6 adults with learning disabilities. Lennox Court is a purpose-built, one storey building in the Parklands area of Chichester. The property has six self-contained flats
each with a specially-adapted bathroom. There is a communal lounge, dining room and kitchen where clients can socialise and take part in activities. The building is very close to the centre of Chichester (about 10 minutes walk) and train station (15 minutes walk), with frequent local buses.
Our clients are supported to lead active, fulfilling lives and are supported to make the most of their local community while developing each clients choice, control and independence.
Perks and benefits:
Health cost cash-back scheme:
access to our health insurance scheme which covers dental, optical, physical therapies and other medical treatments with the option to add greater levels of cover. Interest-free loans:
assistance with larger costs that arise such as tenancy deposits, season travel tickets or buying a car. Access to the Easit Network:
discounts and incentives on train, bus and car journeys such as 15% off eligible daily and season rail tickets. Blue Light card:
access to discount services for the social care sector with savings across thousands of online shops, restaurants, and high-street vendors. Free advice and counselling service:
confidential emotional support and practical guidance from our independent telephone service. 25 days paid holiday
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Support Worker (Night Shift) in London employer: Southdown
Southdown is an exceptional employer dedicated to supporting individuals with learning disabilities, offering a compassionate work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. Located in the vibrant community of Worthing, our Service Manager role provides opportunities for meaningful engagement, ongoing training, and access to a range of benefits including health cost cash-back schemes and interest-free loans, ensuring you can thrive both personally and professionally while making a positive impact in the lives of others.
