Wake Night Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization in London is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team as social care workers. This role involves implementing support plans, assisting vulnerable adults, and ensuring high-quality care standards. Candidates should possess a Diploma in Health and Social Care or be willing to work towards one, alongside excellent communication skills and a passion for helping others.

Benefits

Flexible Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme

Free training to achieve qualification in Social Care

Access to a wide range of free online courses

Refer a Friend Reward Scheme

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting adults with challenging behaviour, learning disabilities, and/or mental health issues.
• Willingness to work towards a diploma in Health and Social Care.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Implement individual support plans and activities.
• Support service users with meal preparation and cleaning.
• Maintain effective communication with service users and families.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Passion for care

Education

Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

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Various contracted hour shifts available (to suit your lifestyle)

Flexible Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme

Full induction programme to Care Certificate Standards

Dedicated learning & development programmes.

We offer Apprenticeships to those with less experience looking to join the Care Sector

We provide FREE training to achieve qualification in Social Care.

Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topics

DBS check paid by Caretech prior to starting with us.

Refer a Friend Reward Scheme – earn up to £250 per referral!

Share Save Scheme

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Carer progression within the company.

CareTech Foundation – Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grants.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Participate in the day-to-day implementation of individual support plans and activities within a challenging environment.
• Maintain effective communication and liaison with service users, families, and others whilst respecting appropriate confidentiality.
• Support service users with meal preparation, laundry duties, cleaning, and social events.
• Maintain accurate notes and records as required.
• Work as part of a team to provide high-quality care.

Personal Characteristics:

• Diploma in Health and Social Care or willingness to work towards one.
• Experience in supporting adults with challenging behaviour, learning disabilities, and/or mental health issues.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Confidence to work alone or as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Passion to work with vulnerable adults.
• Commitment to achieving high standards of safeguarding.

The Organisation:

CareTech Community Services Ltd supports 5000 adults with diverse needs across more than 300 services in the UK. We are committed to high standards of care and governance, providing innovative pathways for individuals to live in community settings, including supported living, shared housing, residential services, and outreach. We encourage individuals to take control of their lives, whether through employment, social activities, learning new skills, or building self-confidence.

Successful candidates will need to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure before employment begins; the employer will cover the cost.

Due to high application volumes, we cannot contact every applicant. We will notify you 7-10 days after receiving your CV if your application progresses.

* Some roles require male or female employees only, where indicated, as a genuine occupational requirement under the Equality Act 2010.