Waking Night Support Worker

Consensus Support Services Ltd; Brierfield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive care organization is seeking a Waking Night Support Worker in Brierfield. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional care to individuals with learning disabilities while engaging them in community activities. Emphasis on kindness and effective communication is essential. This role offers a salary between £12.66 - £12.96 per hour and various benefits, including a career ladder and financial perks.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Life Assurance

Employees Assistance Programme

Access to retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in social care or a willingness to learn.
• Values of kindness, commitment, and creativity are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care to individuals with learning disabilities.
• Support individuals in engaging with community activities.
• Communicate effectively with individuals and their families.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Consensus is not just a care provider – we’re a community of amazing people dedicated to inspiring and empowering people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. If you’re looking for a career where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, then this may be the job for you.

Role

Waking Night Support Worker

Salary

£12.66 - £12.96 per hour

Service

The Woodlands, BB9 5QH

Shifts

Nights

Benefits

• Career Ladder: Our dedicated career ladder provides clear opportunities for your future progression.
• Learning & Development: Support your personal and professional growth with training and qualifications to enable you to achieve your full potential.
• Financial Benefits: Life Assurance of twice your annual basic salary. Withdraw a percentage of your wages as you earn them before payday with Wagestream. Access to Discounts from over 150 retailers.
• Health & Wellbeing: From confidential telephone counselling, dedicated wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme.

Your Role

Our Support Workers are our greatest asset. Through understanding the needs of the people you support; you’ll provide exceptional care that truly changes lives.

• Help the people we support to engage in meaningful opportunities and activities – empowering them to enjoy a great life filled with amazing experiences.
• Get involved in the community, support during leisure and social activities, and celebrate special occasions.
• Communicate appropriately, considering individual communication needs, and helping people to communicate effectively with others, too.

Service

The Woodlands is situated in Brierfield which has a small bustling town centre, in a perfect location centred between Burnley and Nelson/Colne. Made up of 8 brand new purpose built apartments, at the Woodlands the support team pride themselves in working in a totally person centred way, and are passionate and committed to supporting each individual to achieve their goals and aspirations, whatever they may be, big or small.

Your Values

You may be new to care or already have experience in the social care sector (Mental Health Support Worker, Care Worker, Healthcare Assistant or Care Assistant) but your values are most important to us. Values influence every interaction between our colleagues and the people we support. They are a promise that:

• We will always act with kindness.
• Stay committed to the people who rely on us.
• Embrace creativity in the way we work and grow.

Next Steps

Once you’ve applied our dedicated in-house recruitment team will call to share more about the role. The next step will be an interview in the service, where you’ll meet the team and the people we support. If successful, we’ll organise your Free DBS Check and references prior to confirming your start date. Your journey will then begin with a 3-day online induction, before heading to the service to get started.

At Consensus, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, colour, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Join us at Consensus Support Services, where your unique perspective is valued, and every individual has the opportunity to succeed.