Learning Disabilities Support Worker (Nights)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Cygnet Group is looking for a dedicated Learning Disabilities Support Worker (Nights) to join our team at Oakwood Gardens.

Youll be working 42 hours per week, covering night shifts from 7:45pm to 8:00am, including alternative weekends.

In this role, youll make a meaningful difference to the lives of the people we support, helping them live safely, confidently and as independently as possible.

Oakwood Gardens is a supported living service made up of nine selfcontained bungalows, located in Wombourne. We support adults over 18 with learning disabilities, autism, complex mental health needs and behaviours that may challenge. Each person holds their own tenancy, and our team provides personalised, respectful support that empowers individuals to live more independently.

• Promoting independence and supporting residents with daily living skills

• Providing emotional and practical support throughout the night

• Monitoring residents wellbeing and reporting any concerns to senior staff

• Completing accurate records to help track health and progress

• Working as part of a caring, committed team

• Someone with a positive attitude and a caring, compassionate approach

• A strong communicator who can build trust and rapport

• Able to work effectively as part of a team

• Reliable, patient and committed to delivering highquality support

• Salary: £12.60 - £13.10 per hour

• Paid breaks

• Paid training and full induction

• Free DBS

• Paid annual leave

• Free onsite parking

• NHS Blue Light Discount Card

• Cygnet Rewards

• Contributory pension scheme

Please note successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

This vacancy may close prior to this date if a large number of applications are received.

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Wombourne

WV5 0EQ

Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)