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Senior Support Worker (Nights)
You'll be working 42 Hours a Week, working Nights Only, covering 12-hour shifts on a rota basis, including weekends, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care.
The Service
Oakhurst Lodge is an 8 placement specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities who may present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective care environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration.
Your Day-to-Day
* Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach to all individuals in our care
* Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
* Learn about individuals' specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
* Assist with medical & welfare needs & report as required
* Support management in the running of the service
* Undertake supervisory & administrative responsibilities
* Safeguard
* Maintain a safe and clean environment for all.
We’re looking for people who have:
* Excellent communication and leadership skills, and the ability to be a good team player
* Sensitive and intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
* Helping to empower & support service user independence.
* Flexible to work 12-hour shift patterns on a rota basis, including weekends
* NVQ level 2 or equivalent in a relevant care setting is preferable but not essential
Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you:
* Salary: £14.53 Per Hour
* Full training and Induction
* An opening to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
* Regular coaching & appraisal
* Expert supervision & peer support
* Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme
* Recruitment referrals
* Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice
Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
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