Senior Night Social Care Worker
Choice Care Group is inviting applications for the Senior Night Social Care Worker role. This position is based at our Witham Valley Care facility, a six‑bed residential property for young adults with complex needs.
Base pay range
Hours: 42 hours per week
Salary: £12.83 to £13.03 per hour
The role consists of shift work and weekends on a rota basis. We offer flexible staffing patterns to fit around your personal commitments.
Overview Of The Role
We welcome applicants new to the sector or with a social care background. We will provide training and mentoring to build your expertise. All Social Care Workers must either already hold or commit to completing a Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care.
Key duties
* Assisting those we care for with personal care needs
* Medication administration
* Assisting and taking part in daily activities, hobbies or outings
* Following care plan guidance alongside company policies and procedures
* Developing an open, honest, and considerate working relationship with those we care for
* Maintaining written and electronic daily records
* Attending and completing training, as required
Personal attributes
Being patient, reliable, flexible, a team player and a good communicator are key characteristics of a successful Night Social Care Worker.
What are the benefits?
* Holiday entitlement – starting from 28 days inclusive of Bank Holidays (pro‑rated for hours that differ from the FTE)
* Employee Assistance Programme – comprehensive health and wellbeing support for staff
* Refer a friend scheme – receive £500 when you recruit a friend to Choice Care
* Choiceversary – vouchers of £75 after 5 years, £100 after 10 years and £150 after 15 years to celebrate commitment to Choice Care
* Christmas bonus – vouchers for all staff members
* Life insurance
* Annual staff awards – this year each winner received £400 and we had over 30 winners in total
* Advanced and Foundation Management Development Programmes – in‑house training for managers and rising stars
* A paid day off on your birthday
* Free monthly prize draw – front‑line care colleagues are automatically entered; three winners receive £500 tax‑free
* Blue Light Card eligibility
* Reclaim prescription costs for Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and free feminine hygiene products while on shift
* Wagestream – a financial health app to track earnings, save, receive optional pay advances, purchase voucher discounts and access financial support and education
* Minimum service periods apply to some benefits
Who are we?
Choice Care is one of the UK’s leading residential care providers for people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health conditions. With over 30 years’ experience, we are at the forefront of national best practice, holding some of the highest CQC ratings in the sector.
Our homes foster a second‑family environment, built on trust and unconditional care. Residents participate in purposeful daily activities, social events, projects, outings and holiday breaks.
Where will you work?
The service is provided by Witham Valley Care, located in Lincoln. The six‑bed residential property supports young adults with severe learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, challenging behaviour and other complex needs. The home was extensively refurbished in 2013 to provide six en‑suite bedrooms, a breakfast kitchen, dining room, games room and lounge. (Designation: WL000)
Job Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Other
* Industries: Mental Health Care
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