Night Support Worker for Autism & Learning Disabilities

Blue Ribbon; Burnley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ribbon is seeking a Female Support Worker (Nights) in Burnley to help individuals with Autism and Learning Disabilities live fulfilling, independent lives. You will support personal choices and contribute to person-centred care plans within a safe, respectful environment.

This 40-hour weekly role (nights) offers a rewarding, team-based setting with training and development opportunities, documentation duties, medication administration, meal preparation, and community access to promote

Qualifications

• Open-minded attitude to diversity and inclusion.
• Positive and resilient approach to work.
• Patience, empathy, and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and use initiative when working alone.
• Willingness to work towards Level 2 in Health & Social Care.

Responsibilities

• Enable People we Support to access a full range of chosen activities, ensuring their personal choices and preferences are supported.
• Contribute to and follow person-centred care plans, ensuring individual needs and wants are always met.
• Assist with personal care, daily living tasks, and maintaining a safe and clean environment.
• Accurately complete key daily documentation, including care records, fluid and nutrition charts, and incident reports.
• Administer and record medication safely and accurately.
• Support individuals with meal preparation, domestic duties, and general household tasks.
• Provide psychological, emotional, and physical support to service users.
• Enable access to the community, support with appointments, and encourage meaningful social interactions.

Skills

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Patience

Empathy

Communication skills

Initiative

Diversity & Inclusion

Education

Health & Social Care Level 2 (or willingness to pursue)

Job description

Blue Ribbon is seeking a Female Support Worker (Nights) in Burnley to help individuals with Autism and Learning Disabilities live fulfilling, independent lives. You will support personal choices and contribute to person-centred care plans within a safe, respectful environment.

This 40-hour weekly role (nights) offers a rewarding, team-based setting with training and development opportunities, documentation duties, medication administration, meal preparation, and community access to promote