Waking Night Support Worker

Overview

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We are looking to recruit passionate Waking Night Support Workers to join our dedicated team of Support Workers in the Welwyn Garden City area.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring that the people we support feel safe, comfortable, and respected. You’ll assist with evening routines, respond to any overnight needs, and help maintain a calm and reassuring environment. Your presence will bring peace of mind, whether it’s offering personal care, completing safety checks, or simply being there with a listening ear.

• Provide compassionate, person-centred care and support to people during waking night hours.
• Assist with evening routines and respond to overnight needs to maintain a calm environment.
• Carry out safety checks and be present to offer reassurance and support as needed.
• Offer personal care where appropriate and maintain dignity and respect at all times.

• A genuine passion for supporting others.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.
• All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

Important information for applicants: please note, this position is not suitable for anyone who is looking to obtain sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa or currently holds a Skilled Worker Visa and is looking to switch sponsorship to a new employer. This role does not meet the minimum salary threshold required to be sponsored as set by the UKVI.

Here at Mencap, we offer an impressive range of benefits designed to support and reward our employees to ensure that our teams feel valued and appreciated.

Our benefits package offers 24 days of paid holiday (excluding bank holidays, pro rata), along with a range of perks such as discounts at leading high-street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest-free loans, and many more exciting offerings.

For more details on what we have to offer, please see the attached document and the below link with all the fantastic benefits available to you as a member of our team:

Join us at Mencap and be part of a team that believes in equality, diversity, and inclusion. Together, we can create a brighter future for individuals with learning disabilities and empower them to break down any barriers they may face. Mencap’s vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with learning disabilities.

If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding career that truly makes a difference,
apply now
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