Overnight Support Worker (Asleep)

Spectrum Society for Community Living; Greater London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A caring individual is sought to provide overnight support to a man in Surrey. Ideal candidates will have experience with complex behaviours and be able to connect with the client and their family. This role involves assisting with the nighttime routine, medication checks, and effective communication with staff and family.

Qualifications

• Prior experience with supporting someone with complex behaviours.
• Ability to follow support protocols.
• Excellent observational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Gary with bedtime routine.
• Double check medication administration.
• Complete documentation and communicate concerns.

Skills

Observation

Communication

Creative Thinking

Education

Mandt or NVCI certification

Job description

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Overnight Support Worker (Asleep), Surrey

Client:

Spectrum Society for Community Living

Location:

Surrey, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

2664ad51c686

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18

Posted:

18.06.2025

Expiry Date:

02.08.2025

Job Description:

Seeking a caring individual to be present overnight to assist and support a man who lives in the Newton area of Surrey.

GA is an energetic and fun guy to be around. He loves keeping busy, going to movies, swimming, going for walks and feeding ducks, watching airplanes at the airport and WWE. He needs someone with a calm presence who can help him connect with his community and assist with his daily life and activities. He is close with his family who are a big part of his network.

The successful candidate will have keen and accurate observation and assessment skills, be a quick study, able to follow instructions as well as be able to intuit what needs to be done. Must be able to work effectively as a team member, participate in staff meetings and successfully and genuinely connect with families.

This position suits someone who has good boundaries & experience with supporting someone who expresses himself with complex behaviours, as well as someone who is reliable and responsible. Successful hiring will be dependent on a successful interview with GA's family.

Duties and responsibilities

• Assist Gary when he is ready to go to bed
• Double check medication administration
• Assist/Respond if he gets up through the night
• Complete documentation
• Communicate concerns/issues to manager and fellow staff

Location

Surrey

Reports to

Manager

Rate of Pay

Sleep Night: $17.75/hour to $18.20/hour

Probation

3 Months

Driving Requirement

Driving not required

Preferred Training or Experience

• Prior experience with supporting someone who expresses himself with complex behaviours to get his needs met.
• Ability to comprehend and follow support protocols and programs.
• Mandt or NVCI certification
• Clear and effective communication skills.
• Excellent observational skills.
• Creative thinking with the ability to anticipate needs.

Specific Training or Experience Required

• Supporting people with acquired brain injuries.
• Motivating, encouraging, and engaging others.
• Computer proficiency (email, Word, internet usage).

Expected Hours of Work

Sunday-Thursday 10:30pm - 08:30am