Support Worker (Waking Nights)

Orwell Housing Association; Loddon; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Loddon seeks a compassionate Support Worker (Waking Nights) to assist individuals in achieving their potential. The role emphasizes dignity, diversity, and collaboration. Ideal candidates are warm and dedicated, with listening skills and a positive attitude. This position offers 22 days annual leave, training, and development opportunities.

Benefits

22 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays

Free DBS checks

Cashback Health plan

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• Looking for warm, friendly, and naturally caring individuals.
• Dedication to making a difference every day.
• Ability to focus on individual needs rather than following a routine.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in achieving their fullest potential.
• Champion diversity and create a nurturing environment.
• Support clients with dignity and independence.

Skills

Listening skills

Compassionate approach

Positive energy

Education

Care Certificate

QCF Level 2 in Health and Social care or equivalent

Job description

Support Worker (Waking Nights) - Kittens Lane Loddon, Norfolk

£12.32 per hour; £23,063.04 per annum

36 hours per week, Permanent

Shift Pattern: 10pm-7am; 4x nights per week

Job Ref: KL030

Join Kittens Lane as a Support Worker in the Learning Disability sector, where our values drive every aspect of what we do! Embrace a culture of inclusion, respect, and empowerment as you assist individuals in achieving their fullest potential. We prioritise dignity, independence, and collaborative care.

Your role goes beyond support - it's about championing diversity and creating a nurturing environment. If you're dedicated to making a positive impact and share our values, apply now to contribute to a community that celebrates individuality and growth!

About You

We are looking for Support Workers who are warm, friendly, and naturally caring, with a great sense of humour and a positive energy that brightens people's days.

• You're a great listener with a compassionate and supportive approach.
• You're driven by the desire to make a difference every day.
• You focus on each individual rather than simply following a routine.
• Your warmth, friendliness, and positivity naturally bring smiles to those you are working with.

More reasons to apply…

• 22 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays.
• Free DBS checks.
• Cashback Health plan.
• Access to Blue Light Card - membership fees apply.
• Ongoing training and development & opportunities to progress in your role through the Orwell Academy.
• Wellbeing programme.

Person Specification…

• Care Certificate, is desirable.
• QCF Level 2 in Health and Social care or equivalent, is desirable.
• Full driving licence, is desirable, but not essential.

Interview Date

Tuesday 28th October

Before applying…

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