Waking Nights Support Worker - Transform Young Lives

Caretech; Dudley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS check

Free parking

Free meals on shift

Company vehicle to use during work

Refer a friend scheme – £1,000 per ref

Job summary

Caretech in Dudley is seeking a Waking Nights Support Worker to help keep children safe and supported in a residential home rated Good by OFSTED. The home can accommodate up to 6 young people with learning disabilities, autism, epilepsy, and related behaviours, including non-verbal children who use picture boards, Smartbox devices, and Makaton.

We welcome applicants from education, youth work, childcare, healthcare, social care, learning disabilities or SEN backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Experience in Residential Childcare Environment (Preferred)
• Level 4 Children’s and Young People or equivalent (Preferred but not essential)
• Driver (company provide a car during working hours)
• Able to work unsociable hours (evenings and nights including weekends)

Responsibilities

• Support children with learning disabilities, autism and epilepsy, following individual care plans.
• Assist with daily living tasks and safety during night shifts.
• Use communication methods like picture boards, Smartbox, and Makaton to engage non-verbal children.
• Support team to provide a calm, nurturing environment during nights.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 4 Children’s and Young People or equivalent

Tools

Picture boards

Smartbox devices

Makaton

Job description

Caretech in Dudley is seeking a Waking Nights Support Worker to help keep children safe and supported in a residential home rated Good by OFSTED. The home can accommodate up to 6 young people with learning disabilities, autism, epilepsy, and related behaviours, including non-verbal children who use picture boards, Smartbox devices, and Makaton.

We welcome applicants from education, youth work, childcare, healthcare, social care, learning disabilities or SEN backgrounds.