Support Worker (Nights)

The Care Hub ,
Robertsbridge, East Sussex
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £9.36 - 9.36 per hour

Overview

Night Support Worker Service/Location: Aspens - Robertsbridge TN32 5BA We are looking for support workers who want to make a real positive difference with the people that they support Is that you? We support 8 adults between 20-40 years with Autism, learning disabilities and limited verbal communication. Our service users are great fun unique individuals with lots of potential, however they also sometimes display behaviours that are very challenging. No two nights are the same here with this fun, caring and dynamic team. You would be expected to help with the running of the house including; personal care, completing care notes, cleaning, cooking, going on service user holidays and anything else to help improve the lives of the service users. 37 Hours per week 21:30 - 07:30 week nights 22:00 - 08:00 Weekend nights About us At Aspens, we have over 100 years of experience in supporting people with learning disabilities and on the autism spectrum as well as children, young people and adults with a range of disabilities or complex needs. We are here to provide practical and emotional support at all levels of independence, in everyday environments and in the community so that each member of our extended family is empowered to live the way they choose. In fact, our most powerful advances come from the people we support, because they tell us how it should be. Support Worker Requirements NVQ 2 Health & Social Care or willingness to work towards it. 2 Years' experience as Carer / Support Worker Willingness to Learn Positive 'can-do' Attitude Friendly, Positive, Resilient, Calm and Helpful Good problem solving skills Good Sense of Humour Team worker Flexible and Trustworthy Patient and Caring Attitude Good at listening Willing to learn The ideal support worker should be able to work as part of a team, be confident, caring, able to assist with recording finances, medication & writing and recording daily information. Drivers are preferable due to location Pay and Benefits Hourly rate of £9.36 per hour Holidays 22 days plus bank holidays Permanent 37 hour contract & guaranteed hours Full Induction Paid Training Free Parking Ongoing employee training and development Specialist Behaviour Management Training. Caring supportive teams Pension enrolment Bonuses for new employee referrals Free DBS check Any offer would be subject to Disclosure and Barring checks and satisfactory employment references. We will consider job share and part time arrangements for all posts in line with the needs of the charity. Whether you are experienced carer/support worker, or someone looking for a change in career if you are caring, compassionate and up for a challenge, APPLY NOW. Burton )