Waking Night Support worker

Consensus Support; Kettering; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Consensus Support as a Support Worker and contribute to making a meaningful difference in the lives of people with learning disabilities and complex needs. Your role will involve offering exceptional care and engaging individuals in enriching activities at Haydock House, a supportive residential service. Enjoy a rewarding career with opportunities for growth and a culture that values kindness and inclusivity.

Benefits

Career Ladder for progression

Learning & Development opportunities

Life Assurance

Access to Discounts from over 150 retailers

Health & Wellbeing support services

Qualifications

• Open to candidates new to care or with relevant experience in social care.
• Possess values of kindness, commitment, and creativity.

Responsibilities

• Engage individuals in meaningful activities and support in social contexts.
• Provide exceptional care tailored to individual needs.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Job description

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: Support Worker

Salary: £12.36 - £12.66 per hour

Service: Haydock House, Kettering

Shifts: Rotational, 37.5 hours per week

Your Benefits

Consensus is a certified Great Place to Work, as well as being one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women, Development, and Wellbeing in 2024. Here’s just a small selection of the benefits you’ll enjoy:

• 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.

Your Service

Haydock House is an amazing residential service supporting people with Prader-Willi Syndrome, encouraging them to take an active role in their care and learning how to manage their condition and maintain a healthy, sustainable lifestyle. The team involve everyone who lives here in the running of their own home, whether meal planning, decorating, or planning their fun events calendar.

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.