Waking Night Support Worker

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate Waking Night Support Workers to join their dedicated team. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities and autism. You will engage with residents, support them in daily activities, and foster a warm community atmosphere. With a focus on personal and professional development, the company provides comprehensive training and a clear career ladder for progression. If you are passionate about empowering others and want a fulfilling career with plenty of support, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Career Ladder

Learning & Development

Life Assurance

Employee Discounts

Wellbeing Support

Qualifications

• No prior experience needed; training provided for personal and professional growth.
• Ability to engage with individuals and support their needs effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care and support for individuals with learning disabilities.
• Engage in community activities and help residents enjoy meaningful experiences.
• Communicate effectively with individuals, considering their unique needs.

Skills

Person-centred approach

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3

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: Waking Night Support Worker

Salary: £11.99 - £12.29 per hour

Service: Harvey Lane, Norwich

Your Benefits:

Consensus is a certified Great Place to Work and here’s just a small selection of the benefits you’ll enjoy:

• Career Ladder: Those with NVQ Level 2 or 3 earn up to £12.29 per hour, and our dedicated career ladder provides clear opportunities for your future progression.
• Learning & Development: We want you to succeed - supporting your personal and professional growth with training and qualifications to enable you to achieve your full potential.
• Financial Benefits: You’ll receive Life Assurance of twice your annual basic salary and can withdraw a percentage of your wages as you earn them before payday with Wagestream. You also have access to Discounts from over 150 retailers through our employee benefits platform.
• Health & Wellbeing: From confidential telephone counselling, Mental Health First Aiders, dedicated wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme – colleague wellbeing is a priority and we’re here to support you.

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. A career with meaning, you’ll also have a lot of fun, too – from helping with daily tasks to amazing trips that make dreams come true.

• 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.
• Work across various shift patterns including early, late, weekend or night shifts. Full time and part time positions are available.

Your Service:

Harvey Lane exudes a warm and inviting atmosphere, fostering a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy the soothing environment of our in-house sensory room, while also relishing the opportunity to spend quality time together in the communal areas, engaging in activities such as movie nights and crafts. They also enjoy spending time with friends and family here, too.

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.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds, and no experience is needed. You may be new to care, or already have experience in the social care sector or NHS (Mental Health Support Worker, Care Worker, Healthcare Assistant or Care Assistant). As long as you come with a person-centred approach, a caring nature, and you are able to demonstrate a commitment to working as part of a team to support disabled and autistic people – then we’re here to provide you with the training and knowledge needed to succeed.