Casual Relief Waking Nights Officer (Worksop)
A vacancy has arisen for a Casual Waking Night Support Worker to be based within our respite service for autistic adults in Worksop.
Experience in working with people with autism or learning disabilities would be an advantage.
Responsibilities
The Waking Night Support Worker will be responsible for the welfare and security of the service users and building through the night. The successful applicant will need to liaise with care staff and contact the on-call manager during the night should the necessity occur.
Other responsibilities include laundry work, general caretaking duties, cleaning and domestic duties, and preparing breakfast.
The role provides holistic support including personal care, medication administration, integration into the local community and managing anxieties that may manifest as distressing behaviour. No experience is necessary as full training is provided.
Qualifications & Experience
We are looking for someone who has the right attitude, shares our values, and is willing to develop their skills. Previous experience as a support worker, care assistant, nursery assistant, personal care assistant or in NHS, health care or social care is beneficial but not required.
Important Information
Please be aware, we are unable to accept applications from candidates who have restricted hours, and we are unable to offer sponsorships.
What we offer
- Extensive induction with autism specialist training
- Fully paid for Care Certificate, which is essential for those wanting to pursue a career in health and social care
- Free initial DBS Check
- Friendly and supportive work environment
- Refer a friend scheme worth £500
- Access to the Blue Light Card scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
We reserve the right to close the advert once sufficient applications have been received, therefore, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Equal Opportunities
Autism East Midlands is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from anyone interested in working with people with autism. We are also a Disability Confident Employer. If you meet the person specification criteria and are eligible for the Disability Confident scheme, we will guarantee you an interview – just let us know in your covering letter or in your email when you send us your application form.
Either way don’t forget to tell us if you are applying under the Disability Confident scheme.
Autism East Midlands is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. A successful applicant will need an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check; we will meet any initial costs.
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