Senior Night Support Worker

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Senior Night Support Worker (Full-Time or Part-Time) job vacancy, Location: Ferndown, Dorset. Due to the rural location of this role, having your own transport is essential.

Benefits

Salary: £13.05 - £13.65 per hour, plus £25 per night shift worked (That's an additional £4000 per year!)
£29,700 - £31,000 includes the night shift enhancement.
Hours: 7:45 PM - 8:15 AM, 4 on 4 off shift pattern (Average 43.75 hours per week)
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time or Part-Time

Benefits:

• Life assurance
• Competitive pension
• Health cash back plan
• High street discounts
• Employee assistance program
• Car lease scheme
• Bike to work scheme
• Fully funded training and qualifications

About the Role

Join our dedicated team as a Senior Night Support Worker and make a significant impact on the lives of young adults with disabilities, including Autism. This role is based in a Residential College for Younger Adults with social, emotional, and mental health needs, supporting them as they transition into adulthood, further education, employment, or training.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Support the Night Team Manager and act as a deputy in their absence, overseeing the team of Support Workers to create a stable, safe, and nurturing environment.
• Flexible Support: Work directly with young adults, including covering absenteeism, and support both on-site and off-site activities.
• High-Quality Care: Ensure that all residents receive excellent care and live in a safe, clean, and comfortable environment, personalizing their spaces to meet individual needs.
• Health and Safety: Prioritize the health and well-being of the young adults at all times.
• Shift Management: Take responsibility for staffing decisions and allocations during shifts in the absence of the Night Team Manager.
• Supervision and Performance: Conduct regular supervisions, support formal performance reviews, and ensure Keyworker responsibilities are fulfilled.
• Team Meetings: Lead monthly team meetings to ensure consistent communication and team development.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records to support the development and well-being plans of the young adults.

Essential Criteria

• Level 3 Diploma or equivalent in Children or Adults.
• Experience working with younger adults aged 16-25 years.
• Preferably, experience within an educational special needs setting.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding principles and deprivation of liberties.
• Proven experience managing challenging behaviors.
• Ability to build positive and enabling relationships with students.

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and are a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.

About Us

Social Care & Education Jobs is a leading recruitment partner, specializing in placing exceptional candidates within specialist education and supported living environments. Our client provides outstanding support to children, young people, and adults with a range of disabilities, helping them achieve their full potential.

If you're passionate about making a difference and meet the criteria, apply now to join our dedicated team!