Overview
Discovery is looking for caring Waking Night Support Workers in Yeovil to support people throughout the night, ensuring the appropriate support is given in line with the risk assessment and support plan while also carrying out a number of key allocated tasks.
Responsibilities
* Carrying out "keeping safe checks" at regular intervals to ensure the people we support are safe and comfortable.
* Ensure that the environment is clean and sanitary.
* You will keep written records, using IT systems as required to help you including support plans, incident log and health and safety records.
* Creating a calm therapeutic environment for the people we support.
* Supporting people to make the most of their late evenings / nights when they wish to
* Provide personal care when required.
Hours and pay: 1 - 3 nights available per week. Pay Rate: £15.89 per hour for waking nights (base rate of £14.44 with a 10% enhancement for nights, paid a month in arrears).
Benefits and development
* Training Programme including Care Certificate - delivered by Skills for Care endorsed "Centre of Excellence"
* Access to Level 2 Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship worth over £3,000.
* Career development opportunities with access to our award winning Aspire programme
* Salary advance scheme up to 50% of money earned before payday
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 helpline for advice
* Employee wellbeing strategy and listening network promoting mental health support.
* Support to take part and complete any personal qualifications while at work providing it does not interfere with duties.
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