Waking Night Support Worker – Leicestershire
Are you a caring and compassionate individual seeking a rewarding role in residential care? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Waking Night Support Worker to join a children’s residential service in the Leicestershire region. This permanent, full-time position offers the chance to make a positive impact on children and young people’s lives within a nurturing environment.
Responsibilities
* Build trust and develop nurturing relationships that support the independence, well-being, strengths, and capabilities of service users.
* Work collaboratively with parents, carers, and multidisciplinary professionals to deliver high-standard support.
* Contribute to the maintenance of the home, including cooking and cleaning tasks.
* Ensure accurate documentation and record-keeping, and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures.
* Promote and maintain a safe environment at all times.
Essential Requirements
* Hold, or be willing to achieve within a specified timeframe, a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent relevant qualification.
* Demonstrable experience working with children, young people, and their families.
* A solid understanding of safeguarding practices and the protection of vulnerable individuals.
* Flexibility to work shift patterns including weekends and bank holidays.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively support service users and liaise with colleagues.
* Availability during the daytime for mandatory training and group supervision, with advance notice.
* Flexibility to travel to various homes across the local area as required, including locations such as Hinckley, Coalville, Mountsorrel, Braunstone, and Syston.
Salary & Benefits
The salary for the Waking Night Support Worker role ranges from £26,142.40 to £29,463.72 per annum, plus a Night Shift Premium allowance to recognise unsociable hours. The position is offered on a 37-hour full-time, permanent contract.
Job Title & Location
This is a Waking Night Support Worker role based in Leicestershire, with opportunity to work across multiple homes within the local region.
Application
Candidates with relevant experience and a passion for residential care are encouraged to apply. This position offers an excellent opportunity for career development within the residential support sector.
Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.
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