Permanent

£22,183 - £24,491 per annum, pro rata

16 hours per week

Harrogate

Ref: INSSS687859

Foundation is a provider of housing-related support services to socially excluded groups. As a member of the team, you will make a real difference to the lives of people who come from a variety of backgrounds and face many challenges. 

You will have relevant experience, be an effective communicator with a passion and resilience for working with challenging behaviours.  What's essential is that you love what you do.  We want you to enjoy coming to work every day and to care about your job, your colleagues and our service users.

A key requirement for this role is to have a full UK driving licence and access to a car.

If you feel you have the skills and attributes required for this role, then we’d love to hear from you. Please download the Role Profile for more information and to apply.

You will be joining Foundation, whose core values are: People, Passion, Collaboration and Integrity.

We aim for our workforce to reflect the diverse and exciting region we serve.

Closing Date: 02-Jan-2022

Provisional Interview Date: 20-Jan-2022

Dementia Support Worker

Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Community based - Wakefield and Five Towns
Salary: £20,363 - £21,603 actual per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Working Hours: 35 per week

Closing Date: 02 December 2021
Interview Date: To be confirmed (interviews will be conducted through Zoom or Teams)

Area role covers: Wakefield and Five Towns

Alzheimer's Society is the UK's leading dementia charity. We provide information and support, improve care, fund research, and create lasting change for people affected by dementia.

About the role

The Alzheimer’s Society Dementia Support service involves dedicated members of staff giving one to one support, information and guidance to people with dementia or their carers and wider family or friends, to help people understand dementia, cope with day to day living with dementia and prepare for the future.

We are looking for an exceptional individual to join our vibrant, passionate, and friendly support service in Wakefield and Five Towns.

As a Dementia Support Worker you will have the rewarding opportunity to provide support and guidance to people with dementia and their carers; helping to maintain their independence, improving their sense of well-being, and putting them in more control of their lives. The service is unique to each service user as it is based upon their personal circumstances and support needs.

You will offer support and guidance to your clients in a variety of ways, whether in the client's own home, at service offices or at other locations, face to face, by phone, letter or email. You will also assist service users to access other services, providing signposting and referrals, as well as facilitating peer support groups and other group activities.

You will also work with BAME communities to encourage communities to become Dementia Friendly and develop a strong voice for people affected by dementia in the communities.

About you

We are looking for an individual who possess NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) with an understanding of dementia and the needs of those living with dementia and their carers. Your ability to assess client needs along with the understanding of the need for client confidentially is essential to providing a valuable and worthwhile service. To be successful in this role you will have excellent non-judgmental communication skills as well as strong organisational and time management skills in order to manage your caseload of clients effectively.

Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society.

You can also visit our Working for Us pages, which give you more information about what it’s like to be an employee at the Society.

You may have experience of the following: Support Worker, Dementia Adviser, Care Assistant, Dementia Advisor, Caseworker, Special Needs Assistant, Social Worker, Social Care, Community Care, Helpline Coordinator, Volunteering Officer, Support Worker, Mental Health, Dementia, NFP, Not for Profit, Charity, etc.

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You’ve got a good understanding of mental health issues and really enjoy supporting others to achieve independence and lead their own recovery. All you need is the perfect environment to put your skills to great use. Welcome to Richmond Fellowship as a Recovery Worker.

Richmond Fellowship is part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence. We know that recovery can look and feel very different to each and every one of us. But we also know that if we provide the right support, at the right time, we can inspire recovery nationwide and that recovery is possible for everyone.

Right now, our Trinity Street Care Home in Batley Carr is looking for someone like you to support the people who use our services to maintain their tenancy and independence in the community. Not only are we committed to putting them at the heart of everything we do, we recognise they should be involved in decisions that affect their future too. That’s why we need you to inspire and support them to lead their own recovery. So, whether it’s helping to come up with a personal support plan that will see them achieve their goals and aspirations, developing domestic and finance management skills or accessing work, leisure or educational opportunities, your empathy, enthusiasm and compassion will have every chance to shine. Entering accurate case notes onto our IT system will be important too. And, when it comes to regularly liaising with GP surgeries, the local council, charities etc. or promoting the service within the community, again, we'll count on you.

The chances are, you already work in the mental health field. What is for certain is that you’re caring, consistent, flexible and creative, work well under pressure, know how to connect with people at all levels and, like us, are keen to break down the stigma of mental health. Oh and you’re happy working independently or, as a valued member of our team, being part of a weekly rota system and available for on call duties.

You will be required to work on a 24 hour rota including early, late and waking night shifts.

The salary for this post is £17,549.00 per annum.

This a permanent full-time role requiring the post holder to work 37.5 hours per week. 

Recovery Focus is committed to working towards equal opportunities and we select staff solely on merit irrespective of race, colour, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, social class, religious belief, disability or history of mental health or addiction problems. If you need support to apply for the role or adaptions at interview please contact the recruitment team to discuss.

It is a mandatory requirement of the application process for this post that candidates submit a CV and Supporting Statement, thus only candidates that provide this, and who meet the essential criteria within the person specification,  will be considered for an interview.

For applicants who will work in or be expected to visit a CQC registered care home, you should be able to demonstrate that you are fully vaccinated against coronavirus (covid-19) or hold medical exemption.

This is a rolling recruitment process shortlisted candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply.

So, are you ready to take on this rewarding role that comes with some really great benefits? 

Vacancies:

1 x full time position (37 hours)

1 x part time position (15 hours)

Overview of Hopeful families

Hopeful Families is a community programme run by the ‘PLUSS’ Organisation and a team of five West Yorkshire voluntary and community partners.

Jointly funded by National Lottery Community Fund and the European Social Fund, the programme is designed to help individuals from the region’s most socially excluded families.

Hopeful Families aims to help individuals who are out of work to build their confidence and overcome the challenges they face in finding employment.

The programme will be individually tailored to meet a person’s needs and will offer advice in areas such as personal development, health and wellbeing, finance and benefits as well as providing access to training and life-skills mentoring, such as using digital technology.

Groundwork support is provided through family mentors who offer one to one sessions with either an individual in the family, or with the family as a whole, to help improve their situation and encourage a more positive outlook.

Groundwork is one provider of the Hopeful family project based in Wakefield. We are committed to achieving a working environment which provides equality of opportunity and freedom from unlawful discrimination on the grounds of race, sex, pregnancy and maternity, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, disability, religion or beliefs, age or sexual orientation.

Purpose of Job

The Family Mentor will support clients within the wider Calderdale, Kirklees & Wakefield area, providing 1:1 support to engage with disadvantaged participants with multiple barriers, assessing their needs and developing individually tailored support packages to enable them to become more socially included and enter training, education and /or employment.

Morgan Hunt are currently working on a National charity that support those experiencing and fleeing domestic abuse.

Our client is looking for a Domestic Abuse Support Worker to be based in a refuge in the Leeds area on a temporary basis.

Hours of work are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 16:30 - 22:30. There is potential for longer term employment opportunities with the organisation depending on performance in this role.

The role - Domestic Abuse Support Worker;

• Working within accommodation based services to support those fleeing domestic abuse
• Health and safety / building checks of the refuge
• First point of contact for any visitors to the refuge and queries from anyone living within the refuge
• One to one sessions with individuals focusing on strength based outcomes and safety planning

The candidate - Domestic Abuse Support Worker

• Experience and / or knowledge of working within Domestic Abuse services would be advantageous for this role - otherwise, experience of supporting vulnerable people in a Support Worker role
• The ability to remain calm and work under pressure
• An Enhanced DBS is required for this role

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Hours: 9:30PM until 08:00AM

SignHealth have some very exciting news, we are opening a brand new Service in Leeds!

We want you to join us!

We have Full Time and Part Time roles to offer.

You will start with us on a 12 week training programme to learn about your key role at SignHealth.

We welcome applications from Deaf, BSL Users and hearing people with a serious commitment to learning BSL.

You will take on the exciting challenge of providing high quality health and social care support to Deaf individuals, many of whom who have mental health conditions.

We are looking for independent, dynamic, compassionate and hardworking individuals who are able to support individuals who are living in our community to help them become as independent as possible.

As a Waking Night Support Worker you will be expected to ensure the safety of the people we support and to ensure people are supported to gain a good night's sleep, monitoring any concerns in relation to disturbed sleep patterns and following relevant support plans designed to promote sleep and wellbeing.

You will need to remain awake whilst on shift and will need to deliver a high standard of care and support. Sleeping on duty is not permitted at any time.

Let’s get you onboard to start your SignHealth Journey!

Offers of work are subject to: Enhanced DBS checks, Satisfactory references, Medical Health clearance and proof that you have been fully vaccinated against Covid-19

SignHealth have some very exciting news, we are opening a brand new Service in Leeds!

We want you to join us!

We have various shifts and hours to offer.

You will start with us on a 12 week training programme to learn about your key role at SignHealth.

We welcome applications from Deaf, BSL Users and hearing people with a serious commitment to learning BSL.

Hours: You will be expected to work a variety of different shifts which will also include, day, night and sleep in shifts and weekends.

As well as this you will be expected to work some bank holidays.

You will take on the exciting challenge of providing high quality health and social care support to Deaf individuals, many of whom who have mental health conditions.

We are looking for independent, dynamic, compassionate and hardworking individuals who are able to support individuals who are living in our community to help them become as independent as possible.

Let’s get you onboard to start your SignHealth Journey!

Offers of work are subject to: Enhanced DBS checks, Satisfactory references, Medical Health clearance and proof that you have been fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

You’ve got a good understanding of mental health issues and really enjoy supporting others to achieve independence and lead their own recovery. All you need is the perfect environment to put your skills to great use. Welcome to Richmond Fellowship as a Recovery Worker.

Richmond Fellowship is part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence. We know that recovery can look and feel very different to each and every one of us. But we also know that if we provide the right support, at the right time, we can inspire recovery nationwide and that recovery is possible for everyone.

Right now, our Trinity Street Care Home in Batley Carr is looking for someone like you to support the people who use our services to maintain their tenancy and independence in the community. Not only are we committed to putting them at the heart of everything we do, we recognise they should be involved in decisions that affect their future too. That’s why we need you to inspire and support them to lead their own recovery. So, whether it’s helping to come up with a personal support plan that will see them achieve their goals and aspirations, developing domestic and finance management skills or accessing work, leisure or educational opportunities, your empathy, enthusiasm and compassion will have every chance to shine. Entering accurate case notes onto our IT system will be important too. And, when it comes to regularly liaising with GP surgeries, the local council, charities etc. or promoting the service within the community, again, we'll count on you.

The chances are, you already work in the mental health field. What is for certain is that you’re caring, consistent, flexible and creative, work well under pressure, know how to connect with people at all levels and, like us, are keen to break down the stigma of mental health. Oh and you’re happy working independently or, as a valued member of our team, being part of a weekly rota system and available for on call duties.

You will be required to work on a 24 hour rota including early, late and waking night shifts.

The salary for this post is £17,549.00 per annum.

This a permanent full-time role requiring the post holder to work 37.5 hours per week.

Recovery Focus is committed to working towards equal opportunities and we select staff solely on merit irrespective of race, colour, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, social class, religious belief, disability or history of mental health or addiction problems. If you need support to apply for the role or adaptions at interview please contact the recruitment team to discuss.

It is a mandatory requirement of the application process for this post that candidates submit a CV and Supporting Statement, thus only candidates that provide this, and who meet the essential criteria within the person specification,  will be considered for an interview.

For applicants who will work in or be expected to visit a CQC registered care home, you should be able to demonstrate that you are fully vaccinated against coronavirus (covid-19) or hold medical exemption.

This is a rolling recruitment process shortlisted candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply.

So, are you ready to take on this rewarding role that comes with some really great benefits?

Support Worker - Young People

Support Worker, Young People
Fixby, Huddersfield
£18,835.54 - £20,599.13 (Depending on experience)
Full and part time opportunities available

Our client provides residential services for young people aged 16-25 years old. The young people they care for often require a high level of support to assist with difficulties they may have from self-harming, behaviour, and emotional difficulties. Their aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic approach to help them achieve their individual goals, in preparation for transition to adult life.

Our clients homes are always a hub of activity and energy where the young people can feel safe, and their staff can enjoy coming to work. Your role will involve working with their young people to promote independence through support with education, household tasks, shopping, building positive relationships and general life skills. They always encourage their young people and staff to bring their hobbies and knowledge into the home whether this be knitting, fitness, cooking or even singing so there is never a dull moment.

Part of the role will be managing various levels of self-harm using a least restrictive approach, so you will require a high level of resilience and have a caring, compassionate nature. You will also be required to update online care records and complete medication administration. In addition, you will be responsible for the general upkeep and tidiness of the home ensuring the young people live in homely environment.

Previous care experience is not essential and full training will be provided. All their staff will be supported to achieve their Level 3 in Adult Care. You will also receive ongoing support and mentoring from their friendly residential and clinical team.

The job is highly rewarding and a great start to developing your career working with young people and mental health. This role would also suit psychology graduates looking to develop their experience working in a multi-disciplinary team or people with life experiences wanting to give something back. There are opportunities for excellent career progression, with many of their staff developing into senior residential roles.

Company Benefits

- A £100 bonus after completing 6-month probation
- Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £1000 per referral)
- 30 days holiday (Rising to 35 days with service including bank holidays)
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
- Healthcare CashPlan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits including discounted gym memberships, online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
- Paid Training & Induction
- Enhanced company pension
- Life Assurance (2 x annual salary)
- Free parking available and good direct transport links
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Paid Enhanced DBS check
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme/24-hour Counselling Service
- Regular social events and recognition schemes (Employee of the year awards, Summer & Christmas parties)

Essential requirements of a Support Worker

- Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including sleep ins/weekends/Bank Holidays
- Must be able to attend training throughout employment which will be held on weekdays
- Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
- Basic IT skills (Your role will involve some computer work, completing forms, using an online care system, and writing emails)
- Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
- An understanding of the issues around confidentiality
- An understanding of safeguarding
- A professional working boundary between staff and service users
- Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations

Fancy the challenge? Apply today!

Additional Information

- You will work in a COVID secure environment as all their staff are required to be fully vaccinated by 11th November 2021.This will be a requirement for this role also.
- Please note that they do not accept CV’s and the application must be completed in full.
- Our client operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
- They are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community.
- They reserve the right to close the advert early, should they appoint a suitable candidate.

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Support Worker – Nights

Are you looking for a rewarding new opportunity?
We are recruiting a Support Worker for a 40hr a week contract on a permanent basis, working Nights only. We have other contracts available please see our careers page on our website.

Our Service

Wharfedale House | Leonard Cheshire In the picturesque town of Wetherby in West Yorkshire, Wharfedale House is home for 18 adults with physical disabilities. We have lovely views of the River Wharfe and the surrounding countryside. A short walk from Wetherby town square, we are close to shops, pubs, cafes, a library, colleges, and a sports centre. York and Leeds are also nearby. With public transport access only a short walk away getting to and from the service won’t be a problem.

Your new role

As a Support Worker/Healthcare Assistant, you will provide a high level of tailored, personal care and support, ensuring the needs of the people who use our services are met in positive and creative ways. You’ll assist with daily tasks including personal care, medication and assistance at mealtimes. Encouraging choice and participation on a day to day basis you will enable our customers to attain their full potential, living the life they choose by.

You will receive ongoing training and development to build your skills, experience and career.
It’s a job that can be challenging at times but is balanced by the unrivalled sense of long-term satisfaction. This is an opportunity to be creative and feel inspired, both by your colleagues and the people you support. It is a career that you can feel proud of!

No experience needed!

You don’t need any specific qualifications or experience although experience of providing personal care is advantageous. You will, however, need plenty of enthusiasm and passion for our work!

To be successful in this role you will need:

• To be compassionate, creative, and honest and love working with people.
• To bring great positive energy.
• To work well as part of a team.
• To be flexible as we work shifts and weekend working is often required.

We offer a wide range of employee rewards and benefits including:

• Contributory company pension scheme with competitive life cover benefit.
• Substantial and flexible annual leave, with the option to buy or sell (salary sacrifice).
• Free Blue Light card.
• Discounted tariffs with Vodaphone
• Access to great savings and discounts with major UK retailers.
• Access to cash health plan at very favourable rates.
• Access to cycle-to-work benefits (salary sacrifice).
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.

Leonard Cheshire is the leader in enriching the lives of disabled people. We are the largest disability non-profit organisation in the UK, with around 6,000 employees, supporting over 30,000 disabled people across our global operations.

We offer an environment where you can be part of a team who are passionate making a positive impact on the lives of disabled people. You will have opportunities to learn and grow in your role, building your skills and knowledge in partnership with others.
Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Care Assistant, Care Provider, Personal Support Worker, Community Support Worker, Disability, Disabilities, Care Staff, charity, not for profit

This role is subject to the requirements of The Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) (Amendment) (Coronavirus) Regulations 2021. Appointment is conditional on successful applicants providing evidence to our satisfaction that they are vaccinated, or are exempt from vaccination due to clinical reasons.
Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with a disability, supporting where possible, your requirements for reasonable adjustments.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post. References will be obtained for all roles.
Shortlisting for this role may take place as applications are received. We therefore reserve the right to close this vacancy once suitable candidates have been appointed.

* No agencies please *

Location: Wharfedale House - Wetherby
Employment type: Permanent
Job type: Full time
Salary: £9.92ph

Closing Date: 10 December 2021

Your Space Community Wellbeing Development Worker
Salary: NJC Scale Points 12-17, starting at £22,183 per annum
Location: Leeds
Hours: 37 hours per week and flexible working to include early evenings (groups) and occasional weekends
Contract: Fixed Term until March 2023 with the possibility of being extended

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a service delivered by Touchstone, Women’s Health Matters and Holbeck Together delivering community wellbeing groups and events with residents across LS8, 9, 10 and 11. Your employer will be Holbeck Together. Your Space provides a community wellbeing development service in South and East Leeds. The service is funded by Public Health at Leeds City Council.

We are looking for a proactive, outgoing individual who is confident in face-to-face conversations and outreach in the community. We are looking for someone who understands co-production and asset-based community development approaches to improve individual and community protective factors associated with mental health and wellbeing. You will design and deliver activities around the interests of the community (such as: social events, crafts, dance, walks, cooking) to targeted communities and the 5 ways to wellbeing. You will encourage groups to become self run and be independent. You will have experience of community work and wellbeing approaches, and delivering group activity, in the form of training/workshop sessions and be able to work with vulnerable or marginalised communities and volunteers successfully. The post requires a mix of standard hours and out of hours including some weekends.

Closing Date: Friday 3rd December 2021, at 9:00am
Interview Date: Tuesday 14th December 2021

Touchstone is an equal opportunities organisation, a Trans Positive employer and applications are welcome from all sections of the community, particularly, BME and LGBT communities and/or people with disabilities who are under-represented within Touchstone. Further information can be obtained from our equal opportunities policy. Please note that we do not hold a sponsor licence and we do not intend to offer sponsorship for this particular role. You should therefore ensure that you have/will have the right to work in the UK to be able to undertake this role, if appointed, you will be required to provide relevant right to work documents at the point of an offer being made to you.

TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION:

If you would like to find out more about this position and to apply, please click the button to be directed to our website.

No agencies please.

Self Directed Support Service Worker (Bank)
Location: Leeds
Salary: NJC Scale Points 7-11 starting at £20,092 per annum
Hours: Bank staff hours will be agreed with your line manager

We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated staff to join our expanding team. Delivering 1-1 tailored mental health support, to service users who are receiving a personal budget or direct payment. Using a strength-based approach to facilitate engagement both at home or within the community to maximise recovery and independence.

You will need to have experience of working with people who have a mental health need on a one-to-one basis and/or within the community. You will have experience of successfully liaising with other agencies, working with support / risk plans. Encouraging the individuals’ strengths, skills, and aspirations to achieve their outlined goals.

Touchstone is committed to developing people and support workers will receive a thorough induction, regular supervision and access to learning and development opportunities.

Closing Date: Sunday 9th January 2022
Interviews will be held on: Monday 24th January 2022

Touchstone is a leading voluntary sector agency providing high quality services to improve the health and wellbeing of local people.

Touchstone is an equal opportunities organisation, a Trans Positive employer and applications are welcome from all sections of the community, particularly, BME and LGBT communities and/or people with disabilities who are under-represented within Touchstone. Further information can be obtained from our equal opportunities policy. Please note that we do not hold a sponsor licence and we do not intend to offer sponsorship for this particular role. You should therefore ensure that you have/will have the right to work in the UK to be able to undertake this role, if appointed, you will be required to provide relevant right to work documents at the point of an offer being made to you.

TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION:

If you would like to find out more about this position and to apply, please click the button to be directed to our website.

No agencies please.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Supported Employment Team, to support individuals in Bradford with a Learning or Physical Disability, Mental Health or Autism on their individual journey to securing volunteering/employment opportunities, to achieve their dreams and aspirations. This is a very rewarding role and a chance to be part of a new project in Bradford. If you are ready to be part of the exciting journey, apply now!

Who we are

United Response is a leading national charity providing support to young people and adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs. We believe in championing the right of disabled people to live, work, socialise and participate in the community, free of discrimination and unnecessary boundaries.

Making it happen - your Role

You will be required to support people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs into paid employment and/or voluntary positions and work experience. You will be flexible and creative in supporting individuals to access employment and be able to identify and overcome barriers to employment that the people we support face. You should have experience of working with individuals with a range of disabilities, with the ability to effectively communicate and work in a person-centred way, to meet unique needs. You will have positive conversations, using an holistic and person centred approach. By really getting to know an individual, as an Job Coach, you will be able to identify creative and meaningful ways to provide support, enabling individuals to work as independently as possible and sustain employment. Your role will also require you to approach and build relationships with businesses to secure work placements, work trials and ultimately long term job opportunities. You will have the opportunity to work from our local area office in Bradford and working from home options are also available. The role will also involve some travel to Leeds to support supported employment project development in this area.

What we need from you

To be a great Job Coach, you don’t necessarily need to come from a social care background but if you have a keen interest in making a difference and engaging with people and you are patient, empathetic and a good communicator then we would like to hear from you. You will also need good IT and self-management skills and a flexible approach. You will also have the ability to market individuals or services, have an understanding of the supported employment process and basic knowledge of social enterprises. Travel is a must,  as you will be job coaching individuals in and around the City of Bradford, alongside meeting employers across the city. Working as part of the wider Supported Employment Team, specialists are on hand to provide expert advice and support in best practice, inclusion, quality and health and safety, providing exceptional support and making a difference to people’s lives. You will be fully inducted working alongside experienced colleagues.

What's in it for you:

• 20 days paid annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays, pro rata for part time), which increases after 3 and 5 years’ service
• Pension Contribution
• The opportunity to be part of our UR Stars Recognition Scheme
• Access to free occupational health, physiotherapy, counselling and advice services
• Fully paid training and access to nationally recognised qualifications
• Travel to work scheme (season ticket loan)
• Access to an online shopping platform with discounts from over 3,500 retailers

Keeping you safe

In these extraordinary times we know that the safety of our staff and the people we support is vital - this is why we are doing everything we can to ensure that everyone connected with United Response is confident that they are working and living in COVID secure conditions.

We provide full PPE and ensure that you are confident in using it plus we offer vaccines to all United Response employees.

This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check

Waking Night Support Worker - Young People

Waking Night Support Worker
Liversedge, Kirklees
£20,720.70 - £22,562.54 (Depending on experience)
Full time & part time opportunities available

Our client provides residential services for young people aged 16-25 years old. The young people they care for often require a high level of support to assist with difficulties they may have from self-harming, behaviour, and emotional difficulties. Their aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic approach to help them achieve their individual goals, in preparation for transition to adult life.

Our clients homes are always a hub of activity and energy where the young people can feel safe, and their staff enjoy coming to work. Your role will involve working with their young people to promote independence through support with education, household tasks and general life skills. You will also assist them with everyday life skills including shopping, building positive relationships, and going on holidays. They always encourage their young people and staff to bring their hobbies and knowledge into the home whether this be knitting, fitness, cooking or even singing so there is never a dull moment. Part of the role will be managing various levels of self-harm using a least restrictive approach, so you will require a high level of resilience and have a caring, compassionate nature. You will also update online care records and complete medication administration. In addition, you will be responsible for the
general upkeep and tidiness of the home ensuring the young people live in homely environment.

As a Waking Night Support Worker you will be required to lone work but will be supported by the On Call Managers and also another member of staff if required ,who will be completing the sleep in shift.

Previous care experience is not essential and full training will be provided. You will receive ongoing support and mentoring from their friendly residential and clinical team.

The job is highly rewarding and a great start to developing your career working with young people or enhancing your previous experience of mental health with the opportunity for excellent career development.

Company Benefits

- A £100 bonus after completing 6-month probation
- Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £1000 per referral)
- 30 days holiday (Rising to 35 days with service including bank holidays)
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
- Healthcare CashPlan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits including discounted gym memberships, online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
- Paid Training & Induction
- Enhanced company pension
- Life Assurance (2 x annual salary)
- Free parking available and good direct transport links
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Paid Enhanced DBS check
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme/24-hour Counselling Service
- Regular social events and recognition schemes (Employee of the year awards, Summer & Christmas parties)

Essential requirements of a Waking Night Support Worker

- Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including weekends and bank holidays
- Must be able to attend training throughout employment which will be held on weekdays
- Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
- Basic IT skills (Your role will involve some computer work, completing forms, using an online care system, and writing emails)
- Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
- An understanding of the issues around confidentiality
- An understanding of safeguarding
- A professional working boundary between staff and service users
- Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations

Desirable Criteria of a Waking Night Support Worker

- Full UK Driving Licence
- NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Care
- Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs

Fancy the challenge? Apply today!

Additional Information

- You will work in a COVID secure environment as all their staff are required to be fully vaccinated by 11th November 2021.
- Please note that they do not accept CV’s and the application must be completed in full.
- Our client operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
- They are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community.
- They reserve the right to close the advert early, should they appoint a suitable candidate.

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