It is an occupational requirement for the worker to be Female as the job involves the personal care of a female. Permitted under Schedule 9, part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
ARE YOU LOOKING TO MAKE A POSITIVE DIFFERENCE TO PEOPLE'S LIVES?
We are looking for people to join us supporting adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs, supporting them to live in their community and have a great quality of life,.
You will support people to develop amongst others, social, coping and communication skills and be supported by qualified practitioners.
You must be a team player, at times being able to lead, be patient and have a sense of humour. Be able to use positive, calm, and clear communication to support their needs.
Does this sound like the perfect job for you....
Job title: Support Worker- Waking nights
Location: Eden Place, Ackworth, West Yorkshire
£12.35 per hour (8pm-7am)
Sleeps shifts available- £70 per night.
Full Time- 33 hours per week (3 nights per week minimum)
Shift pattern: Waking nights and alternative weekends.
2 week rolling rota which includes alternate weekends.
An enhanced DBS check is a requirement for the role.
Job Description-
- All our individuals are adults with a learning disability and mental health needs.
- Supporting our individuals with all aspects of daily living and enriching their lives.
- Helping our individuals to access the community, take part in activities, go on days trips, bowling, cinema etc.
- Support them with their shopping.
- Support with personal care and some continence care.
- Supporting our individuals with appointments.
- Meal preparation and encouragement with healthy balanced diet.
- Administering medication and completing the relevant documentation accurately.
- Promoting a comfortable, safe and warm environment where our individuals can thrive.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES:
It is the nature of the service we provide that tasks and responsibilities are in many circumstances variable and unpredictable. All staff are therefore expected to work flexibly when the need arises, so that tasks that may not be covered in this job description are undertaken. Also, individuals supported may display challenging behaviours, in which case training will be provided to minimise these behaviours.
Benefits:
- Company pension
- STREAM
- Company events
- Opportunity to be enrolled on an NVQ.
- Robust Induction
- Career progression
- CPD Accredited Training
- Life Cover
- Free training and free uniform
- Free DBS
Schedule:
- 11 hour shift
- Waking night shift
- Alternative weekends
Additional Information
Due to the nature of the role, flexibility is essential. The needs of the individuals we support can vary, and there may be occasions where additional responsibilities are required to ensure the highest standards of care are maintained.Full training will be provided, including specialist training in Positive Behaviour Support and managing behaviours of concern.An Enhanced DBS check is required for this position.Join a Team That Changes Lives If you're looking for more than just a job and want a career where every shift makes a genuine difference, apply today and become part of the Happy Futures family.
About Happy Futures:
Happy Futures has been expanding for over 10 years and we achieved Outstanding from the Care Quality Commission. We are leading the way in the North of England in complex care for individuals with learning disabilities, mental health and complex needs. We are also specialists in autism and Positive Behaviour Management. Our focus is to ensure the individuals we support have happy futures. All our interviews are values based.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Happy futures is an inclusive employer that actively welcomes applicants from all backgrounds who holds the right to work in the UK.
Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of your recruitment process. Any adjustments will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis and will be treated with sensitivity and confidentiality.
Pay: £12.85 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Pontefract WF7 7EE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Location:
- Pontefract WF7 7EE (preferred)
Work Location: In person
