Waking Nights Support Worker – Independent Living

New-Chapters-Support-and-Wellbeing; West of England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing service

Blue Light Card

Birthday gift

Long-service reward

NVQ support

Job summary

New Chapters Support and Wellbeing in the Lockleaze area is seeking a dedicated waking nights support worker to assist adults to gain independent living skills in a safe environment.

We require experience with autism, learning disabilities, epilepsy and challenging behaviours. We offer competitive pay and benefits, a supportive, close-knit team, and opportunities for personal development and NVQs where available.

Qualifications

• Experience as a support worker in a supported living setting.
• Ability to remain calm, empathetic and level-headed in all situations.
• Excellent communication and listening skills with diverse communication methods.

Responsibilities

• Encourage participation in activities chosen by the person we support.
• Coordinate scheduled activities using personalised rotas.
• Assist with personal care while respecting dignity.
• Implement behaviour management strategies when necessary.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment and develop care plans.
• Update and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Communication skills

Active listening

Empathy

Calm under pressure

Job description

New Chapters Support and Wellbeing in the Lockleaze area is seeking a dedicated waking nights support worker to assist adults to gain independent living skills in a safe environment.

We require experience with autism, learning disabilities, epilepsy and challenging behaviours. We offer competitive pay and benefits, a supportive, close-knit team, and opportunities for personal development and NVQs where available.