Care and Support Worker - Waking nights

Virtual Bridges; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable organization in Bristol seeks dedicated Care and Support Workers for night shifts to provide essential care and support. The role requires compassion, strong communication skills, and a valid driving licence for travel between services. The position offers competitive pay and includes extensive work training and team support.

Benefits

Fully paid 4-day mandatory induction training

Paid DBS (if required)

Company pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Referral programme

Free on-site parking

Blue Light Card for exclusive discounts

Competitive pay with enhanced rates for weekends

Qualifications

• Compassionate and dedicated personality necessary.
• Strong communication skills in written and verbal forms.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medication and provide dignified personal care.
• Support clients in decision-making and maintain client records.
• Attend regular meetings to uphold standards of care.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Decision-making

Education

Care certification

Oliver McGowan Training

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Care and Support Worker - Waking Nights

Location: Bristol (BS16) Pay: Up to £12.25 per hour Job Type: Full-time | Part-time Shift & Schedule: Night shifts (10pm-7am), including every weekend and weekday availability

Care and Support Worker - Waking Nights

Location: Bristol (BS16) Pay: Up to £12.25 per hour Job Type: Full-time | Part-time Shift & Schedule: Night shifts (10pm-7am), including every weekend and weekday availability

We are looking for compassionate and dedicated Care and Support Workers to provide high-quality support to individuals in Bristol. If you have a naturally caring disposition and want to make a difference, this could be the perfect role for you.

Due to travel between services, you must be a driver with access to your own vehicle.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer medication with due diligence and care
• Provide dignified personal care when necessary
• Support clients with decision-making and lifestyle choices to ensure person-centred care
• Identify activities for service users and stay informed about local events
• Implement behaviour management strategies, seeking continuous improvement
• Maintain strong communication skills with clients, their families, and colleagues
• Keep client records up-to-date while ensuring confidentiality
• Stay current with mandatory and ad hoc training
• Attend regular supervision meetings to uphold high standards of care
• Maintain a safe and comfortable home environment
  
  

What We're Looking For

• A naturally caring disposition with a passion for delivering high-quality care
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car (preferred)
• Care certification and Oliver McGowan Training
• Enhanced adult workforce DBS on the update service (or willingness to complete one)
• Previous experience in a supported living/community setting is advantageous
  
  

What We Offer

• Fully paid 4-day mandatory induction training
• Paid DBS (if required)
• Company pension
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Referral programme
• Free on-site parking
• Blue Light Card for exclusive discounts
• Competitive pay, with enhanced rates for weekend work
• Supportive management team with development opportunities
  
  

Due to the location and shift patterns, you should be able to reasonably commute to Fishponds and Whitehall areas.

Apply today!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Individual and Family Services

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