Support Worker (Nights)

Blue Ribbon; Sefton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ribbon in Southport is seeking a Night Support Worker to help autistic individuals and those with learning disabilities live fulfilling, independent lives. The role is full-time at a service in Southport, offering a supportive team and opportunities for development.

You will enable activities, follow care plans, assist with daily living, administer medication, and support community access while maintaining safeguarding and high standards of care.

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.
• Follow person-centred care plans to meet individual needs and wants.
• Assist with personal care, daily living tasks, and maintaining a safe environment.
• Accurately complete care records, fluid and nutrition charts, and incident reports.
• Administer and record medication safely and accurately.
• Support meal preparation, domestic duties, and general household tasks.
• Provide psychological, emotional, and physical support.
• Enable access to the community, support with appointments, and social interactions.
• Identify and report concerns to ensure safeguarding compliance.
• Maintain positive relationships with family and external professionals.
• Encourage and support independent living skills where possible.
• Keep up to date with required training to ensure best practices.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Resilience

Open-mindedness

Diversity & inclusion

Positive attitude

Education

Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Night Support Worker Make a Real Difference

Pay Rate - £13.14 per hour

(Full-Time)

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others? Do you want to support individuals with Autism and Learning Disabilities to live fulfilling and independent lives? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Support Worker at our service in Southport!

About the Role

As a Support Worker, you will:

• 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.
• Identify and report any concerns, ensuring a safe and safeguarding-compliant environment.
• Maintain positive relationships with family members, friends, and external professionals.
• Encourage and support independent living skills where possible.
• Keep up to date with all required training to ensure best practices.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for caring, motivated, and dedicated individuals who share our values.

Essential:

• 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.

Preferable:

• Previous experience working with vulnerable adults.
• Knowledge and understanding of Autism & Learning Disabilities.
• Transferable skills from similar roles or personal experiences.

Why Join Us?

• Rewarding Role Make a real difference in people’s lives every day.
• Training & Development Gain qualifications and grow your career.
• Supportive Team Work in a caring and inclusive environment.
• Varied & Meaningful Work No two days are the same!
• Everybody Matters Ensuring inclusivity and respect for all.
• Honesty & Integrity Maintaining transparency and trustworthiness
• Passionate & Resilient Demonstrating enthusiasm and commitment
• Positivity Fostering a positive, uplifting environment
• Professional Excellence Striving for excellence in all aspects of care

Our Values

• Everybody Matters Ensuring inclusivity and respect for all.
• Honesty & Integrity Maintaining transparency and trustworthiness
• Passionate & Resilient Demonstrating enthusiasm and commitment
• Positivity Fostering a positive, uplifting environment
• Professional Excellence Striving for excellence in all aspects of care

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