Compassionate Night Shift Support Worker (Ipswich)

Locarno Road; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend Scheme

Long Service Awards

Supportive team environment

Full training and ongoing development

Job summary

Locarno Road in Ipswich is seeking Female Support Workers to provide person-centred care in supported living settings. The role primarily covers night shifts with flexibility for day, weekend and holiday coverage.

You will support with personal care, daily living tasks, medication, community access and developing independence, under PBS and safeguarding guidelines. Full UK manual driving licence is essential, and sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Caring, reliable and compassionate
• Experienced in care/support work, or willing to learn
• Comfortable providing personal care
• Knowledgeable about or willing to learn PBS
• Understanding of autism, learning disabilities, mental health and safeguarding
• Flexible to work days, nights, weekends and bank holidays
• A full UK manual driving licence holder

Responsibilities

• Personal care, including washing, bathing and toileting
• Cooking, cleaning, shopping and daily living tasks
• Medication administration
• Community activities, appointments and social inclusion
• Developing independence and life skills
• Following care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures
• Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
• Recording and reporting progress, incidents and behaviours
• Working as part of a supportive care team

Job description

Locarno Road in Ipswich is seeking Female Support Workers to provide person-centred care in supported living settings. The role primarily covers night shifts with flexibility for day, weekend and holiday coverage.

You will support with personal care, daily living tasks, medication, community access and developing independence, under PBS and safeguarding guidelines. Full UK manual driving licence is essential, and sponsorship is not available.