Weekend Support Worker

About The Role

Learning Disability Waking Nights Support Worker – Silver Birch, Burton Upon Trent

Nexxus Care is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Learning Disability Support Worker to join our team at Silver Birch, our specialist short breaks and respite centre in Burton, Staffordshire.

Shift patterns are between 7am - 10pm and 10pm - 7am, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a supportive, modern environment where you’ll be making a real difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities.

Our 5‑bedded centre offers short breaks, respite care, and day support. Facilities include:

• Spacious bedrooms with specialist equipment required
• Two assisted bathrooms
• Assistive technology call systems and door sensors for privacy and security.
• Ceiling track hoist systems for safe and dignified transfers.
• Sensory projectors, televisions, and adaptable communal areas.
• Accessible kitchen surfaces to enable independence for wheelchair users.
• We're proud to provide a safe, inclusive, and supportive space that enables residents to thrive.

As a Support Worker, you’ll provide high‑quality, person‑centred care to individuals with learning disabilities, supporting their independence and wellbeing. Your duties may include:

• Supporting with washing, bathing, dressing, and personal care while promoting dignity and independence.
• Assisting at mealtimes, ensuring dietary needs are met and recorded.
• Following care plans and keeping accurate documentation.
• Encouraging and supporting residents to take part in activities within the centre.
• Working closely with colleagues and families to deliver the best possible care.

We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, caring, and confident in supporting people with learning disabilities.

• Previous experience in a care or support worker role is essential.
• Experience with learning disabilities is desirable, but training will be provided.
• Able to work shifts 10pm-8am, weekends.
• Eligible to work in the UK (proofs required).
• Willing to complete a DBS check (funded by us, T&Cs apply).
• Able to provide two professional references.
• Committed to completing mandatory e-learning and classroom‑based induction (fully paid).

When you join our team, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive pay with enhanced bank holiday rates.
• Blue Light Card membership – discounts on shopping, dining, and holidays.
• Job security – we’re owned by Staffordshire County Council.
• Refer‑a‑friend bonus scheme.
• Funded DBS (T&Cs apply).
• Paid classroom‑based training and ongoing care coaching.
• Opportunities for career development and qualifications – we’ll support your progression.
• A welcoming, supportive team where every day is different.

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to become a Learning Disability Support Worker at Silver Birch.