Are you looking for a rewarding career where you feel valued and supported? A role where you feel like you can really make a difference? Why not join the team and begin your career as a Waking Night - Support Worker here at Madiba. Madiba is an established provider of complex care in Yorkshire and we really mean business when it comes to changing lives and strive to change the way children are looked after. What will I be doing as a Waking Night -Support Worker? Madiba is a community of loving people, dedicated to supporting and caring for young individuals aged between 7-18 years old. Our dedicated team are here to help young people through their challenges and provide them with the tools and guidance they need every single day. Developing positive relationships with the young people in our care, their families and external agencies Contributing to the young persons care plans and any risk assessments, supporting with implementation and reviews Supporting young people with daily activities, educational needs and emotional wellbeing Ensuring that good quality records are maintained as required Previous experience is not a requirement for this role as we provide 3 weeks classroom training followed by 1 week of shadow shifts to ensure that you feel confident and well equipped to start your new role ! What we are looking for? We welcome applications from people who have previous experience in a childrens residential setting or similar role People who have the ability to interact with young people and manage challenging behaviours calmly The ability to work independently, manage risk and use their initiative A full UK driving licence You must also be over 21 years of age to meet industry regulations Level 3 / 4 Diploma in Childrens & Young Peoples workforce would be great although this is not essential Flexibility to work shifts including weekends - our shifts are 22:30pm 8:00am with 4 nights on 4 nights off rotation. What can we offer at Madiba? Healthcare cash scheme receive cash back for medical appointments including dentistry, optical and wellbeing ! £50 per sleep in and overtime opportunities paid at enhanced rates 210 hours annual leave per year and company pension scheme Long service awards up to £500 OFSTED bonus payment up to £200 Madiba will enroll & fully fund towards a level 4 diploma in Children & Young Peoples workforce qualification Comprehensive induction, ongoing training and the opportunity to grow and progress your career Refer a friend scheme paid at £150 & another £350 after passing probation Monthly recognition awards Free parking and casual dress code Food available whilst on shift & access to our discretionary food bank Company events We cannot currently support applications that require sponsorship visas All successful candidate offers will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS