Male Support Worker (Waking Nights) (6 month FTC) - Lowestoft

Affinity Trust; Lowestoft; Sur place; GBP 15 000 - 21 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Stream pay app

Blue Light Card discounts

Simply Health health plan

Buy and sell annual leave

Pension and Life Assurance

Résumé du poste

Affinity Trust is seeking a part-time night-time support worker in Lowestoft to empower individuals to live independently and with dignity. You will provide compassionate, person-centered care during the night, helping with routines, safety, and social engagement.

The role requires a Full UK driving licence and a commitment to DBS checks and safeguarding. We offer a supportive team, competitive hourly pay, and benefits including health and pension provisions.

Qualifications

• Night-time support in residents' homes.
• Empathy and patient, person-centered approach.
• Willingness to build social connections and promote independence.

Responsabilités

• Provide essential night-time support in people’s homes.
• Assist with morning routines and getting up as needed.
• Help individuals engage in activities and social connections.

Connaissances

Night shifts

Formation

Full UK driving licence

Description du poste

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Contract Type:

Part Time

Working Hours:

28.5

Location:

Closing Date:

05/12/2026

Job Introduction

• Location: Lowestoft
• Hourly rate: £13.10 per hour
• Required: Full UK driving licence
• Sponsorship is not available for this position

Supporting people to live great lives

At Affinity Trust, we empower people to lead meaningful lives on their own terms. As a support worker, you will play a key role in promoting independence and building social connections. Your support will make a real difference in their lives.

Who will I support?

In this role, you will provide essential support in people's homes during the night, fostering connections and sharing interests. Whether they love watching late-night movies with a hot chocolate or need assistance getting up early, your presence will be invaluable. You will build meaningful relationships and offer thoughtful, responsive care, empowering individuals to navigate life with confidence and independence.

"Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010".

How will I make a difference?

As a support worker you'll be there to lend a helping hand in a way that puts the person's needs first, this means:

You will adaptyour support to fit what each person needs and wants daily.

You will encourage people to make their own choices, big and small.

You will help people to do things themselves to be as independent as possible.

You will support people to buildconfidence and life skills.

You will support people to be a part of their community, joining local clubs and connecting with friends and family.

You will be understanding, allowing people to take their time and do things at their own pace.

You will celebratepeople's achievements, no matter how small they might seem to others.

What benefits will I have?

We have a range of benefits that you can mix and match to suit you, such as:

Stream - an app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it, access to coaching, vouchers, discounts, cashback and more.

Blue light card - we will reimburse your Blue Light Card membership which provides discounts in your favourite shops and restaurants.

Simply Health - Fully funded health cash plans giving you access to a 24-hour GP, money back on prescriptions, dental treatment, opticians and access to many more health benefits.

Buy and sell annual leave - transfer windows open twice a year.

Pension and Life Assurance - you'll be enrolled into our Scottish Widows pension scheme and Life Assurance scheme.

If you're ready to make a positive impact and support others in achieving their goals, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

We'll complete an enhanced DBS check. We will submit your application and pay for your check.

We're committed to being Disability Confident and we guarantee to interview all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.