Waking Night Carer

SNAP Care; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is looking for a Waking Night Carer to support a charming 13-year-old with Cerebral Palsy and Epilepsy. The role involves providing comfort during the night and assisting with morning routines. This is a wonderful opportunity to work closely with a supportive family and make a meaningful difference in a child's life.

Benefits

Excellent onboarding and ongoing supervision

Training provided

Support from a warm family

Qualifications

• Experienced Waking Night Carer with a background supporting children / young teens with additional needs.
• Non-smoker/vaper.
• Patience and encouragement in communication.

Responsibilities

• Monitor Hamish during the night, providing reassurance to help him sleep.
• Assist with personal care and dressing in the morning.
• Engage with Hamish in activities he enjoys.

Skills

Experience in care

Understanding and engaging

Job description

Waking Night Carer, Farnham, GU10. A wonderful opportunity available to work with an incredibly sweet 13-year-old teenager with Cerebral Palsy and Epilepsy. 2 - 3 shifts per week. Offering: GBP16.10 to GBP18.28 gross per hour

Nearest Tube/Station: Farnham
Wage/Salary: GBP16.10 Weekdays GBP18.28 Weekends Gross per Hour
Driver Essential? Not essential for the role but will need your own car/transport to get to family home
Essential: Experienced Waking Night Carer with a background supporting children / young teens with additional needs, non-smoker/vaper.
Desirable: Epilepsy / seizure management experience, however training will be provided.
Start Date: ASAP
Days & Hours: 2 to 3 shifts per week, Wednesdays, Saturdays, and occasional Tuesdays 8.15 pm to 09.15 am.
Accommodation: Office with access to tea/coffee facilities
Recruiter: Janet Jade

About this client/child: Hamish is 13 years old and lives with his mum, dad and little sister. Hamish is very much at the heart of his loving and supportive family. His little sister is everything to him, most of the time! Hamish is utterly charming and engaging, he has has a real twinkle in his eyes. His Waking Night Carer will gain instant points if they are able to pick up Hamish s world view ie, being in on his jokes and tricks. He loves to make people jump and laugh! Hamish enjoys being read to, listening to music, talking about his favourite things/ films and doing fun things with his carers, either in his lovely garden (where he can reach high speeds in his electric wheelchair), or going out and about locally. Hamish has Cerebral Palsy which affects all 4 limbs but predominantly so on his right side. He can feed himself with gentle prompting and requires help with dressing and personal care. He has some challenges with communication which his therapy team are supporting him with so showing patience and encouragement when he is talking is paramount. Hamish has epilepsy; more detailed information regarding this is available upon application.

Overview of role: Shift begins at 8.15 pm when Hamish goes through to his room to get ready for bed; Hamish has a fantastic, fully adapted playroom, bedroom and bathroom. Hamish struggles getting into a deep sleep, so it is during these first few hours of rest when gentle reassurance is given to help him feel comfortable and secure. Ensuring he has this will enable him to gently nod off to sleep and of course in the long run be important for his overall health and well-being. His Waking Night Carer sits beside him (comfy chair is provided) until around 10/10.30 pm. Once he is asleep, Hamish will be monitored from the office which is situated close to Hamish s room. Night times can be quiet, so the Waking Night Carer is welcome to read/study, however it is imperative that you stay alert to Hamish stirring (he will need to be quietly guided back to sleep before he fully wakes up, as he is very unlikely to go back asleep). Hamish typically wakes around 6.00am or 6.30am during the week and a little later during weekends. During the week, his mum or dad will be the second pair of hands to get him up and ready for school.

Who this job would suit: The Waking Night Carer will be understanding and engaging, as this will be key to building a trustworthy connection with Hamish. Bringing not only experience as a waking night support worker but also a very jolly disposition is just as important.

What s great about this job: Expect excellent onboarding, ongoing supervision and training, plus wonderful support from this incredibly warm and welcoming family. A fabulous opportunity to work with an amazing young chap; an opportunity not to be missed!

Who is recruiting for this role? Our client is using our Shortlist Service. Snap Care will screen applications to confirm the essential criteria for the position is met. The client will then continue the recruitment process. By applying for this vacancy, you agree to us sending your CV and contact details to our client. Please note, unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for any of our vacancies.