Support Worker (Nights)

Integrated Care System; Hungerford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential care provider in the UK seeks a Night Care & Support Worker to deliver outstanding care to adults with learning disabilities. This full-time role entails supporting individuals with complex needs during the night. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a genuine passion for empowering service users. The position offers varied shift patterns and promotes a trusting environment.

Qualifications

• Genuine desire to make a positive difference in people's lives.
• Ability to work night shifts effectively.
• Experience with individuals with learning disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support to adults with learning disabilities.
• Ensure safety and well-being of service users.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Sensitive and intuitive

Passionate about empowering service users

Education

Minimum Level 3 qualification

Minimum Level 2 qualification

No NVQ required

Job description

We are looking for a confident Night Care & Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care.

The Old Vicarage is a specialist residential service supporting adults with learning disabilities, including those with challenging behaviors and complex needs. We provide tailored care to promote independence and community integration.

This is a full-time position, involving 36 or 42 hours per week, with shifts of either 3x 12-hour or 4x 12-hour nights.

Main duties of the job

• Provide high-quality care and support to adults with learning disabilities.
• Assist with medical and welfare needs, ensuring safety and well-being.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment.
• Report on medical and welfare needs as required.
• Safeguard and promote the independence of service users.

About us

Cygnet Health Care, established in 1988, offers services for individuals with mental health needs, autism, and learning disabilities across the UK. Our dedicated team of 10,000 employees supports 2,864 individuals across 150 services, delivering pioneering and outcome-focused care.

Job responsibilities

As a Night Care & Support Worker, you will support adults with complex needs, including those with challenging behaviors, mental health issues, or autism, ensuring tailored support to meet individual needs.

Qualifications and experience

• Support Worker Grade 1: Minimum Level 3 qualification - £12.53/hour
• Support Worker Grade 2: Minimum Level 2 qualification - £12.31/hour
• Support Worker Grade 3: No NVQ required - £12.21/hour

Person Specification

• Genuine desire to make a positive difference in people's lives.
• Excellent communication skills and team player.
• Sensitive, intuitive, and energetic to provide a trusting environment.
• Passionate about empowering service users and supporting their independence.

Note: Successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.