Are you a night bird with a kind dependable nature?
We're looking for a dedicated Waking Night Support Worker to join our compassionate team at our care homes in Barry and Bridgend. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to be a quiet guardian, ensuring the safety and well-being of adults with learning disabilities and complex needs throughout the night.
If you're looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference, provide essential support when it matters most and make a positive impact on vulnerable adults lives, we want to hear from you.
About Amethyst Healthcare Ltd
Amethyst Healthcare is one of South Wales's top providers of care homes and currently has homes in Barry and Bridgend. We are proud to be a part of the community, helping to positively transform the lives of adults across South Wales.
Vacancy:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Waking Night Support Worker to join our team in Barry, Vale of Glamorgan. You will play a crucial role in supporting and mentoring adults who live within our homes, helping them to navigate challenges and achieve their personal goals and chosen outcomes.
Our night team are there to ensure the safety and well-being of our clients throughout the night, supportingthem with their chosen night-time routines, reduce and manage any incidents, providing assistance should they wake and require support during the night. In addition, you will be required to maintain night time documentation and provide a thorough handover to the day shift.
We do not offer sponsorship
Key Duties & Responsibilities for Waking Night Support Worker
* Build strong, positive, nurturing, professional relationships with our clients, offering emotional and practical support to make them feel safe and valued.
* Help clients settle for bedtime and assist with their chosen morning routines.
* Maintain a secure environment by conducting regular checks, being vigilant about their safety and well-being throughout the night.
* Be there for clients who may wake during the night and provide calm, comforting support, to ease any concerns or worries they may have.
* Support with activities of daily living and medication administration as required.
* Empower and motivate our clients to achieve their goals and overcome any difficult emotions and behaviours.
* Foster a positive, welcoming and supportive atmosphere within the home.
* Maintain accurate records of all required documentation.
* Work professionally with all professionals and multidisciplinary teams to ensure the best outcomes for the people in your care.
What you'll bring:
* Compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to make a positive difference.
* A willingness to work towards the required qualification in Health and Social Care.
* Be, or become registered with Social Care Wales and maintain that registration throughout your time with us
* Willingness to work your allocated shifts which include evenings, weekends and bank holidays to meet the needs of the people we care for.
* Positive role model – honesty and empathy are a must.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to handle challenging situations with patience and a calmness.
* You must hold a FULL UK driver's license.
What can Amethyst Healthcare Ltd offer you?
* Attendance bonus
* Overtime opportunities available
* Comprehensive training courses to start you in your career with us
* Collaborative and supportive team environment.
* Wellbeing Support.
* Opportunities for career advancement within the organisation including further training and promotion.
* Refer a Friend scheme – Earn a £250 bonus each time you refer the right candidate to us, and they successfully complete their probation period with us
* Meals included during shifts.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: £12.60-£13.50 per hour
Expected hours: 12 – 36 per week
Benefits:
* Discounted or free food
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Referral programme
Work Location: In person