Waking Nights Support Worker - Ilkley

Affinity Trust; Ilkley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Enhanced DBS check paid

Disability Confident employer

Job summary

Affinity Trust in Ilkley is hiring a part-time Support Worker to help people live great lives in their own homes at night. You will provide compassionate, person-centred support, promoting independence and social connections.

Full training is provided, including NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care; DBS check paid by us. You’ll work 28.5 hours per week on a night rota, with a supportive team and opportunities to develop.

Qualifications

• Adaptability in daily support routines.
• Empathy and patient, respectful communication.
• Clear, compassionate communication with clients and families.

Responsibilities

• Adapt your support to fit what each person needs and wants daily.
• Encourage people to make their own choices, big and small.
• Help people to do things themselves to be as independent as possible.
• Support people to build confidence and life skills.
• Help people to be part of their community by joining local clubs and connecting with friends and family.
• Be understanding, allowing people to take their time and do things at their own pace.
• Celebrate people’s achievements, no matter how small they might seem to others.

Skills

Adaptability

Empathy

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Support Worker: IlkleyRate: £12.75 (rising to £13.00 as of October 26th)Hours: Part Time (28.5 Hours per week)Training:Full training + NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social CareSponsorship: Not availableSupporting people to live great livesAt Affinity Trust, we empower people to lead meaningful lives on their own terms. As a support worker, you will play a key role in promoting independence and building social connections. Your support will make a real difference in their lives.

Who will I support?

In this role, you will provide essential support in people’s homes during the night, fostering connections and sharing interests. Whether they love watching late-night movies with a hot chocolate or need assistance getting up early, your presence will be invaluable. You will build meaningful relationships and offer thoughtful, responsive care, empowering individuals to navigate life with confidence and independence.

How will I make a difference?

• You will adaptyour support to fit what each person needs and wants daily.
• You will encourage people to make their own choices, big and small.
• You will help people to do things themselves to be as independent as possible.
• You will support people to buildconfidence and life skills.
• You will support people to be a part of their community, joining local clubs and connecting with friends and family.
• You will be understanding, allowing people to take their time and do things at their own pace.
• You will celebratepeople’s achievements, no matter how small they might seem to others.

If you're ready to make a positive impact and support others in achieving their goals, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

If you are offered a role with us, you will need to complete an enhanced DBS check. We will submit your application and pay for your check.

We’re committed to being Disability Confident and we guarantee to interview all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.

If you require any assistance to find out about current vacancies, making an application, or need any recruitment related documentation in a more accessible format please send an e-mail to: [e-mail]

Check out more opportunities on our careers page: https://www.affinitytrust.org/about-us/careers/job-search/INDNTH