Job Ref: 215556869

Date: 2022-01-13 12:50:44

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Recruiting for a Waking Night Support Worker to join our Service!

GBP 14,991 per annum, working 30 hours per week, plus 25 days Annual Leave, Pension schemes, Staff discounts, healthcare and more.

Job Overview:
Night Support Workers will provide support to customers to help them develop the life skills they require to meet the assessed needs of the customers of the service through the night. They will work with customers to promote social inclusion and alongside other members of the team to promote independent living, encouraging customers to maximise their skills and choices.

Key Responsibilities:

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead.

– Building supportive, trusting relationships with customers
– Working proactively with other members of the team to handle the service caseload and administrative responsibilities
– Supporting key customers to set personalised goals in the form of a Support Plan
– Conducting regular key work sessions that are innovative and engaging in order to achieve Support Plan goals
– Adhering to all other Look Ahead's policies and procedures
– Engaging in learning and development activity to increase knowledge and skills
– Day to day instruction/ supervision of Assistant Support Workers/ domestic staff/ Personal Support Assistants where appropriate
– Undertaking any other duties consistent with the grade and nature of the post as assigned by the Team Leader/ Manager.

Person Specification:

– Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement
– Exudes a warm friendly presence and open behaviour
– Prefers working as part of a group or team
Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
Essential:
Strong communication skills

Stress management abilities

Can do attitude

Desirable:
NVQ Level 2 or Equivalent

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