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Pembury, Kent
Support Worker (Nights)
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Night Support Worker Service/Location: Aspens -Pembury, Kent TN2 4QU Are you an experienced support worker looking for a new challenge? Do you enjoy working nights and want a good work life balance? If yes then this role as a night support worker at Aspens and this could be the role for you! This role is 4 nights on and 4 nights off from 21:30 to 07:45. We are looking for support workers who want to be part of a team with a real family feel in our home away from home! We support 5 individuals with Autism and learning disabilities all of whom are non-verbal. Some of the service users have epilepsy and can also sometimes display behaviours that challenge. You will be expected to do the ironing and various cleaning duties during the night as well as keeping regular checks on the service users. You are expected to complete personal care and make breakfast. There is a sleep-in staff as well so you will never be unsupported. About us Aspens has over 100 years of experience in helping children, young people and adults with a range of disabilities, those on the autism spectrum, and/or those with complex needs. Through the provision of highly personalised support, we aspire to enable people to learn new skills, live life to the full and contribute to society however possible. At Aspens, the people we support and care for enjoy an active and fulfilling life, based in a residential environment set in stunning woodland. No two days are the same, just some of the activities our service users enjoy include swimming, theme parks, seaside trips, art and beauty. Support Worker Requirements * Positive 'can-do' Attitude * Friendly, Positive, Calm and Helpful * Good problem solving skills * Good Sense of Humour * Team worker * Flexible and Trustworthy * Patient and Caring Attitude * Good at listening 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 contract & guaranteed hours * Full Induction * Paid Training * Free Parking * Ongoing employee training and development * 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. If you need further information, please contact Alison on 0330 335 8997 Fern Call +443303358997 (No contact found) Employment Type: ["FULL_TIME"]