Learning Disabilities Support Worker - Nights

Nightingale Hammerson; Poole; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Poole is seeking a confident Learning Disabilities Support Worker to deliver outstanding care at night. You will support adults with autism and learning disabilities, promoting their independence. This role offers £12.86 to £13.36 per hour, flexible working hours, and opportunities for further learning. A background check is required.

Benefits

Opportunities for further learning

Flexible working

Employee discount savings

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Driven to make a real difference in people’s lives.
• Must communicate effectively and work as a team.
• Sensitive and intuitive with energy to provide a stimulating environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide enhanced care with a learning approach.
• Guide individuals through physical and emotional support.
• Assist with medical and welfare needs.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Empathy and sensitivity

Ability to provide emotional support

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a confident Learning DisabilitiesSupport Worker working Night Only with a passion for delivering outstanding care to join our team at Cygnet Amberwood.

You’ll be working nights only, covering 42 hrs per week, including weekdays and weekends.

The Service

Amberwood Lodge is a specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities, and who may present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective environment, promoting independence and community integration. Person-centred planning is at the heart of everything we do, based on each person’s specific needs. We understand that consistency and continuity of care is important for the individuals we care for.

Your day-to-day as a Support Worker

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care
• Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
• Learn about individuals’ specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
• Assist with medical & welfare needs
• Report on medical & welfare needs as required
• Safeguard
• Maintain a safe, clean environment for all

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

• £12.86 to £13.36 Per Hour
• Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
• Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
• Regular coaching & appraisal
• Expert supervision & peer support
• Employee discount savings & “Cycle to Work” scheme

You are

• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people’s lives
• An excellent communicator & a good team player
• Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
• Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence

Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Salary / Benefits: From £12.86 To £13.36 per hour