Waking Night Extra Care Support Worker

Creative Support; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a warm and caring Waking Night Support Worker to join their Extra Care team in Barrow-in-Furness. This role involves providing personal care, medication administration, and promoting resident engagement in activities. Ideal candidates will have previous care experience and excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive pay and benefits, including a £100 bonus after probation.

Benefits

£100 bonus after 4 months' probation

Competitive pay

Pension

28 days annual leave

Company-paid enhanced DBS

24/7 support

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous care experience is essential.
• Excellent communication skills and a passion for person-centered care are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide respectful personal care and medication administration.
• Develop trusting relationships with residents.
• Encourage participation in social activities.

Skills

Communication

Person-Centered Care

Job description

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Job Details

£12.40 per hour
Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria
Full-Time

About the Role

Creative Support is seeking a warm and caring Waking Night Support Worker to join our friendly Extra Care team at Station View, Barrow-in-Furness. The service provides quality care to 31 residents in 41 self-contained flats, supporting individuals aged 55+ with needs including Dementia, learning disabilities, and physical disabilities. Responsibilities include personal care, medication administration, manual handling, and promoting residents' engagement in activities such as movie nights, gardening, and outings.

Responsibilities

• Provide respectful personal care, medication administration, and help with domestic tasks.
• Develop trusting relationships with residents to enhance their quality of life.
• Encourage participation in social activities within and outside the home.
• Work full-time hours, 22:00-08:00 shifts.

Candidate Requirements

Previous care experience is essential. Excellent communication skills and a passion for person-centered care are required. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who are eligible to work in the UK.

Location & Community

Station View is conveniently located near the train station and town center, with access to local amenities and transport links.

Benefits

• £100 bonus after 4 months' probation.
• Competitive pay, pension, 28 days annual leave.
• Company-paid enhanced DBS, 24/7 support, training opportunities.

Application Process

Read the job description, complete the online application, or download the form. Submit to our Head Office or via email. For assistance, call 0161 236 0829. Applications are considered for 10 days post-closing date; reapplications are allowed after 6 months.

Additional Information

Creative Support is an inclusive, anti-racist organization, a Stonewall Diversity Champion, and Disability Confident Employer, committed to diversity and equality.