Support Worker - Nights

TN United Kingdom; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Weston-super-Mare is seeking a Support Worker for night shifts. This role involves assisting adults with complex learning disabilities, ensuring their personal care and supporting their independence. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills and a flexible approach. Training is provided, making this a great opportunity for those new to care or experienced professionals alike.

Benefits

Wagestream

Free Blue Light Card

Contributory pension scheme

Cash Health Plan

Development opportunities

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Free DBS check

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Care Assistant or Support Worker is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with daily tasks such as personal care, medication, and mealtimes.
• Escorting and supporting residents at external events and appointments.
• Supporting a Person-Centred approach and encouraging independence.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Creativity

Teamwork

Job description

Support Worker - Nights, Weston-super-Mare

Client:

Leonard Cheshire

Location:

Weston-super-Mare, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

823a2ce8b4d7

Job Views:

3

Posted:

17.05.2025

Expiry Date:

01.07.2025

Job Description:

Full time, 36 hours nights

Night shift from 19:30 to 8:00, including weekends.

A night enhancement of £1.50 per hour applies from 8pm to 7am, Monday to Sunday (not applicable to sleep-ins). A weekend day enhancement of £2.00 per hour is paid from 7am to 8pm on Saturday and Sunday.

Birnbeck House is home for up to 13 adults with complex learning disabilities.

Are you an experienced care worker or interested in starting a career in care?

If so, we would love to hear from you! Apply now to help us continue our great work making a positive impact on the lives of people with disabilities.

Experience as a Care Assistant, Support Worker, or similar is desirable but not essential. We provide excellent training and induction programs for all new staff!

As a Support Worker with Leonard Cheshire, you will be part of a fantastic team. Your duties may include:

• Assisting with daily tasks such as personal care, medication, and mealtimes.
• Escorting and supporting residents in and around the service, at external events, and appointments.
• Supporting a Person-Centred approach, encouraging independence, and helping residents achieve their individual goals.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.

For more details, please see the full job description linked below.

Requirements:

• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexibility and creativity in working with customers and their families.
• Personal care experience is preferred but not essential.
• Ability to work under pressure and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work within the rostered hours and participate in an on-call rota if required.

Employee Benefits:

• Wagestream: withdraw up to 40% of your pay before payday (more details available).
• Free Blue Light Card.
• Contributory pension scheme with life cover.
• Access to a Cash Health Plan at favorable rates.
• Development opportunities through apprenticeships and recognized qualifications.
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Free DBS check.
• Employee Assistance Programme and more.

If you have questions or need further information, please contact Liza Wiggins at leonardcheshire.org or call 0750 002 7146.

Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all community sections, including people with disabilities. Reasonable adjustments will be supported where possible.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A disclosure check (PVG in Scotland) is required for this role. References will be obtained for all roles.

Shortlisting may occur as applications are received, and the vacancy may close early once suitable candidates are appointed.

* No agencies please *