Night Support Worker - Children's Homes (Lancaster)
hace 18 días
Lancaster
\n \n \n £31,821 - £34,968 assuming good attendance \n \n Hours: Waking nights (4 on / 4 off) \n Those Huge Small Victories\n \n Join us in our Children’s Homes, where every day is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people. As a Night Support Worker, you’ll be there for both the highest highs and the lowest lows, helping our young people reclaim their childhood and pave the way to becoming well-rounded adults. This role is incredibly rewarding, filled with challenges and those precious moments that feel like huge small victories! \n Our homes cater to young individuals with social, emotional, and mental health needs. We strive to create the best possible outcomes for them, and our Night Support Workers play a crucial role in celebrating even the smallest positive changes. Get Out What You Put In\n \n Your nights will be filled with purpose as you care for our young people and maintain a safe home environment. You’ll be there when a young person wakes up in distress, providing the understanding and support they need. Building trust and rapport is essential, and during quieter moments, you’ll handle tasks like paperwork, cleaning, and laundry. \n Every shift is unique and impactful, focusing on each young person’s needs, personality, and potential, guiding them toward a brighter future. What We Do for You\n \n We recognize your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to rewarding you with one of the best salary and benefits packages in the care sector. Here’s what you can expect: \n\n • Salary: Base salary of £30,421 - £33,568\n, • Bonuses: £1,400 Attendance Allowance – assuming good attendance\n, • Training: A comprehensive 4-week induction through our Care Academy\n, • Holiday: Enjoy 7 weeks of holiday to recharge\n, • Progression: Opportunities for career development, with many leaders promoted from within\n, • Flexible Benefits: Customize your holiday allowance, pension, and life insurance\n, • Wellbeing: Access to a range of wellbeing tools and employee assistance\n, • Medical Cover: Claim back costs for opticians or dentist appointments\n, • Beautiful Work Environments: Work in homes equipped with top-notch facilities\n, • Refer a Friend: Earn a £1,000 bonus for every successful referral\nBring Your Whole Self to Work\n \n At Witherslack Group, we celebrate diversity because it makes us stronger. Our young people come from various backgrounds, and we want our workforce to reflect that. You don’t need prior experience, but we’re looking for individuals who possess: \n\n • A ‘can do’ attitude and a willingness to help others\n, • Genuine care for our young people and each other, with honesty and empathy\n, • The resilience to handle challenging situations\n, • A full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months\n, • If you don’t have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), we’ll support you in obtaining it\n\n You’ll kick off your journey as a Night Support Worker by joining our ‘Care Academy’ for 4 weeks of training with experienced professionals, ensuring you feel confident and ready to support our young people. Join the UK’s Best Special Education and Care Provider\n \n At Witherslack Group, inclusion is at our core. We’re dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and truly belongs. \n As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we embrace individuality and champion diversity, especially regarding neurodiversity. We celebrate the unique strengths and perspectives that each person brings to our community. \n We welcome applications from all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognized as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices accessible. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll support you every step of the way. \n By building a diverse and inclusive team, we enhance our ability to support the children, young people, and families we serve, ensuring every team member can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. \n The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. \n Children’s Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH