Waking Night Support Worker - Fairford Court (N11)

Accomplish Group; London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to supporting individuals with autism and Asperger's Syndrome. As a Waking Night Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping residents develop their independence and life skills in a nurturing environment. This position offers comprehensive training and a chance to make a real difference in the lives of those you support. With competitive pay, generous annual leave, and opportunities for professional development, this is an exciting opportunity to start a rewarding career in the care sector. If you are compassionate and eager to help others, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

5.6 weeks of annual leave

Paid DBS check

Career development opportunities

Wellbeing app access

NEST pension scheme

Competitive pay

Referral bonus of £500

Paid induction program

Qualifications

• No prior experience in care is needed; full training is provided.
• Ability to support individuals with autism and daily living skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support for individuals with autism.
• Assist with personal care and teaching life skills.
• Encourage independence and support health care needs.

Skills

Empathy

Communication Skills

Patience

Basic Cooking Skills

Education

No formal qualifications required

Job description

Package Description

JOB ROLE: Waking Night Support Worker

LOCATION: Fairford Court, Friern Barnet (N11)

SALARY: £12.60- £13.30* per hour

HOURS: 35 hours a week

SHIFTS: 8pm - 8am & 9pm - 9am

About Fairford Court

We are a residential service that supports up to 8 people with Autism and/or Asperger’s Syndrome. We provide Person Centred Care for individuals to build their independent daily living skills to manage moving on to supported living. This includes cooking, daily tasks, community access, and voluntary work placements for those seeking the skills to get back into employment while also supporting individuals to understand and positively manage day-to-day stresses and anxiety.

We use Autism Profiles to fully understand how a person’s autism affects socialization, behaviors, routines, communication methods, sensory sensitivities, and interests. This helps us tailor a unique support plan that is person-centred and built upon by the individual living at Fairford Court during their journey with us towards further independence.

As a Support Worker, you will be involved in the day-to-day support and routine of the people within the service including:

• Day-to-day support and routine of the people we support.
• Prompting independence while helping them live a fulfilling life.
• Supporting & encouraging the development of personal skills through hobbies and interests.
• Maintaining and helping with health care needs, including accompanying the people we support to routine appointments or administering medication.
• Teaching life skills such as budgeting, paying bills & shopping.
• Assisting with personal care as required.
• Assisting with domestic tasks including cleaning & cooking.
• Providing guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support.

Experience within the care sector is not needed as we offer full training, coaching, and development.

Why Join us:

• Annual Leave - Enjoy 5.6 weeks of annual leave inclusive of 8 public holidays.
• DBS Check Paid - Your Enhanced DBS check is fully covered by Keys Group, along with any required renewals.
• Qualifications & Career Development - Unlock your potential with our support! We offer a variety of QCF qualifications, providing opportunities for professional growth and opening doors to further career advancement.
• Hapi App - Your hub for wellbeing, engagement, and discounts. From tailored exercise advice and healthy eating tips to counselling and savings on everyday purchases, Hapi has you covered.
• NEST Pension Scheme - Save for your retirement with a matched contribution of up to 3% from Keys Group.
• Fair & Competitive Pay - At Keys Group, we pride ourselves on fair and competitive pay. As a Real Living Wage Employer, we ensure fair pay for all, with enhanced pay scales that transparently recognise your qualifications and experience.
• £500 Referral Bonus - Refer talented individuals to Keys Group and split a £500 bonus when they successfully join and complete their probation.
• Full Induction & Introductory Programme - Begin your journey with a paid-for comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success.

About Keys Group

Keys Group supports over 2,500 individuals across England and Wales through its three divisions: Accomplish, providing specialist residential, supported living, and accommodation for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and brain injuries; Keys, offering education and care for children and families through schools, children’s homes, supported accommodation, and family assessment centres; and Peak, delivering indoor and outdoor adventure activities across four UK centres, including bespoke education programs and confidence-building activities like bushcraft, climbing, and canoeing.

Apply now and one of our team will be in touch to discuss how you can begin your rewarding career - No agencies please.

Please note that due to the vulnerable nature of the people that we support, all applicants must be over the age of 18.

• Dependent on experience and qualification.