Learning Disability Nights Support Worker - Maternity Cover

We Change Lives; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization in England is looking for a compassionate Learning Disability Nights Support Worker in Ellesmere Port. The role involves personal care, fostering independence, and supporting individuals with learning disabilities. The position offers a salary of £12.61 per hour plus enhancements, and employee benefits include a welcome bonus and training development opportunities. If you are dedicated to making a difference in people's lives, you are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Welcome Bonus: £500

Training and Development

Health and Wellbeing Support

Free Meals for 12-hour shifts

Refer a Friend Bonus

Christmas Enhancement (Double Time)

Get Paid As You Earn with FlexEarn

Qualifications

• Compassionate individuals who share vision and values.
• Dedication to making a positive difference in the lives of residents.
• Willingness to embrace innovation and foster a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and behavioral support.
• Support independence, confidence, and positive relationships.
• Work with a variety of individuals with learning disabilities.

Skills

Experience with Makaton communication

Full UK Driver's license

Interest in engaging in hobbies of individuals supported

Job description

Job Role: Learning Disability Nights Support Worker

Service: Guernsey House , Ellesmere Port

Hours: 1 x 36 Hours nights

Salary: £12.61 per hour +£1 night enhancement

Location: Ellesmere Port

This role is open to Female applicants only as requested by our female residents to ensure the comfort and dignity who require personal care

About the services

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work across two of our disability-supported living services in Ellesmere Port - Guernsey House and Park Drive.

Guernsey House is home to four women in their 20s who each use wheelchairs, two of whom are non-verbal and communicate with Makaton, and they all have a shared passion for fashion, beauty, shopping, and coffee trips. Then, Park Drive is home to two men and a lady with diverse needs who each enjoy a range of hobbies and engaging in their local community. We're seeking team members who can share in these individuals' passions and provide support with a keen of fun and motivation.

A Day in the Life of a Learning Disability Support Worker

As a Learning Disability Support Worker, no two days are alike - much like the diverse individuals we support. Our approach revolves around person-centered planning, tailoring our services to suit the distinct requirements of each person we support. We are deeply committed to working towards positive outcomes for every individual, celebrating even the smallest milestones on their journey to personal growth. As a Support Worker, you'll be equipped with comprehensive training to provide a wide range of assistance, including personal care, behavioural support, fostering independence and confidence, and nurturing positive relationships through effective communication.

Our Employee Benefits

As a charity, we do what we can to show our teams that we value them and the life-changing work they do, so we offer the following :

• Welcome Bonus : You'll receive £500 as a warm welcome to the team. Not eligible if we pay to sponsor you to work in the UK
• Training and Development : We offer access to both in-house and accredited courses. We will cover the cost of your qualification, and on completing Level 2 or above, you'll receive a £150 bonus (with an additional £50 for passing the care certificate).
• Health and Wellbeing Support : offering health and wellbeing support including 24 / 7 access to GP.
• Blue Light Card and other discount schemes : We cover the cost of your card, unlocking various discounts for you. Enjoy discounts on childcare, shopping, and a wide range of online training courses.
• Free Meals : Available to all staff working 12-hour shifts, ensuring you stay energized with a hot or cold meal.
• Refer a Friend : You can earn a £200 bonus for referring a friend who successfully joins WCL.
• Christmas Enhancement (Double Time) : Enjoy double-time pay for allocated Christmas hours worked.
• Ongoing Technological Advancements : Benefit from our investment in new technology, including care plans and Rota apps, with full training provided.
• Get Paid As You Earn - With FlexEarn, you don't have to wait for payday. WCL gives you access to a portion of your earnings as soon as you've worked the hours. It's a great way to stay on top of your finances, cover unexpected costs, or just have a bit more flexibility with your money.

What We're Looking For

Although previous experience would be great, it's not essential, as all training and qualifications are provided on the job! The following attributes would be hugely beneficial :

• Experience with Makaton communication
• Full UK Driver's license
• An interest and willingness to engage in the hobbies of the people we support at Guernsey House and Park Drive

At We Change Lives (WCL), we seek compassionate individuals who share our vision and values. You'll champion the rights, needs, choices, and dreams of our residents, making a positive difference in their lives. Dedication to embracing innovation, valuing each colleague's unique contributions, and fostering a supportive and empowering work environment, are all key to who we are at WCL. If you're driven to transform lives, you'll fit right in with us.

Ready to Change Lives? Apply Now!

If you are passionate about making a genuine impact and enriching the lives of others, then we would love to hear from you. We receive a high volume of applications each day, and if your application passes our pre-screening stage, a member of our friendly team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps!

More About We Change Lives

We Change Lives (WCL) is a remarkable charity based in Northwest England, dedicated to empowering individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, older people, those with dementia, and individuals experiencing mental health issues. Our mission is to enable people to lead their best lives in purposeful, healthy, and fulfilling ways. We achieve this by providing compassionate support through our residential homes, supported living schemes, and various community-based services.