Waking Night Support Worker

Madiba Limited; Holmfirth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated support service firm in Holmfirth is looking for a Waking Night - Support Worker to aid young individuals aged 7-18. Responsibilities include building positive relationships, contributing to care plans, and supporting daily activities. No prior experience is required as comprehensive training will be provided. Benefits include overtime pay, annual leave, and potential bonuses. Ideal candidates should possess the ability to manage challenging behaviours, be over 21 years old, and have a full UK driving licence.

Benefits

Healthcare cash scheme

Sleep-in pay of £50

210 hours annual leave

Company pension scheme

Long service awards

OFSTED bonus

Free parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a children's residential setting or similar role preferred.
• Must be over 21 years of age to meet industry regulations.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Develop positive relationships with young individuals and families.
• Contribute to care plans and risk assessments.
• Support young people with daily activities and emotional wellbeing.
• Maintain quality records as required.

Skills

Ability to interact with young people

Calmly manage challenging behaviours

Independence and initiative

Full UK driving licence

Education

Level 3 / 4 Diploma in Children's & Young Peoples workforce

Job description

What will I be doing as a Waking Night - Support Worker?

Madiba is a community of loving people, dedicated to supporting and caring for young individuals aged between 7-18 years old. Our dedicated team are here to help young people through their challenges and provide them with the tools and guidance they need every single day.

• Developing positive relationships with the young people in our care, their families and external agencies
• Contributing to the young persons care plans and any risk assessments, supporting with implementation and reviews
• Supporting young people with daily activities, educational needs and emotional wellbeing
• Ensuring that good quality records are maintained as required
• Previous experience is not a requirement for this role as we provide 3 weeks classroom training followed by 1 week of shadow shifts to ensure that you feel confident and well equipped to start your new role !

What we are looking for?

We welcome applications from people who have previous experience in a childrens residential setting or similar role

People who have the ability to interact with young people and manage challenging behaviours calmly

The ability to work independently, manage risk and use their initiative

A full UK driving licence

You must also be over 21 years of age to meet industry regulations

Level 3 / 4 Diploma in Childrens & Young Peoples workforce would be great although this is not essential

Flexibility to work shifts including weekends - our shifts are 22 : 30pm 8 : 00am with 4 nights on 4 nights off rotation.

What can we offer at Madiba?

Healthcare cash scheme receive cash back for medical appointments including dentistry, optical and wellbeing !

£50 per sleep in and overtime opportunities paid at enhanced rates

210 hours annual leave per year and company pension scheme

Long service awards up to £500

OFSTED bonus payment up to £200

Madiba will enroll & fully fund towards a level 4 diploma in Children & Young Peoples workforce qualification

Comprehensive induction, ongoing training and the opportunity to grow and progress your career

Refer a friend scheme paid at £150 & another £350 after passing probation

Monthly recognition awards

Free parking and casual dress code

Food available whilst on shift & access to our discretionary food bank

Company events

• We cannot currently support applications that require sponsorship visas

All successful candidate offers will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS