Waking Nights Support Worker - Cheshire

Hft; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local charity in Ellesmere Port seeks Waking Nights Support Workers to assist individuals with learning disabilities. You will support daily activities and help them live independently. No prior experience is necessary; training will be provided. The role requires flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and holiday periods.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

20% bank holiday allowance

Fully funded Level 2 Diploma

Access to well-being services

Referral bonus

Qualifications

• Experience with individuals who have learning disabilities preferred but not required.
• Ability to work flexible shifts including nights and weekends.
• A caring and compassionate attitude is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with learning disabilities in their own homes.
• Assist with daily activities like cooking, cleaning, and socialising.
• Empower residents to make decisions and enjoy their hobbies.
• Support relationships with family and friends.

Skills

Patience

Compassion

Flexibility

Communication

Job description

Waking Nights Support Worker - Cheshire

Location: Ellesmere Port

Discipline: Support Work

Job type: Full-time and part-time opportunities available

Salary: Competitive hourly rate

Contact: Heather Bentley

Job ref: 029502

Published: about 4 hours ago

Expiry date: 17 Aug 2025 23:59

Are you looking for a meaningful career?

Would you like the opportunity to become a dedicated Waking Night Support Worker, helping individuals with learning disabilities live the best life possible?

We are looking for Waking Night Support Workers to join our growing team in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire. Experience is preferred, but we will provide training to help you become confident in your role. Hft is a charity supporting adults with learning disabilities. We believe everyone should live within their community with the support they need to thrive. We seek caring, compassionate individuals who share our values.

We offer

• Annual Leave: 33 days (including 8 statutory bank holidays)
• Wage incentives: 20% bank holiday allowance, increased to 50% during Christmas
• Apprenticeships: Fully funded Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care, earning while you learn
• Training: Access to award-winning training and development opportunities
• Wagestream: Flexible access to your pay throughout the month via a dedicated app
• Wellbeing services: Including health checks, Digital GP, and mental health support through Aviva Digicare+
• Confidential support: 24/7 counselling and helpline via TELUS health
• Discounts: Mobile phone contracts, Vodafone Employee Advantage up to 30% off
• Referral bonus: Earn money by referring friends through Care Friends app
• Life assurance: 3x your annual salary at no cost to you
• Family-friendly policies: Part-time, flexible hours, and generous return-to-work bonuses

What will you be doing?

• Supporting individuals with learning difficulties aged 20-60 in their own homes, helping them live independently and actively participate in their community
• Assisting with daily activities such as cooking, cleaning, managing finances, and socialising
• Empowering individuals to make decisions and pursue their goals and hobbies
• Supporting relationships with friends and family

The ideal candidate is patient, outgoing but not loud, enjoys outdoors, watching films, trains, and discos. Flexibility to work shifts, including sleep-in nights, weekends, and bank holidays, is essential.

Additional details

• Service type: Supported living and transition support for individuals with learning disabilities
• Working hours: 30 or more hours per week, early and late shifts, some weekends
• Location: Ellesmere Port
• Sleep-in shifts paid additionally

Join us and make a real difference in people's lives. Strictly no agencies, and the vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received.