Waking Night Shift Support Worker

Waking Night Shift Support Worker

This role is ideal if you have support work, care or SEN experience and would like to work night shifts.

Would you like to be a part of changing children's lives for the better?

Are you interested in gaining experience within SEN?

A specialist school is actively looking for an enthusiastic Waking Night Shift Support Worker to assist children with complex SEN needs within their residential setting. This setting is in Bexhill-On-Sea and caters for the ages of 5 to 19, including those with physical/medical and personal care needs. They are proud to say that they are a total communication environment. This ensures all students can make their wishes known, and staff will respond in the best communication style that suits them.

The main aim for this school is to provide the integrated support they need to encourage pupils to achieve their potential and take their place in the community, confidently and independently.

Benefits of working as a Waking Night Shift Support Worker:

• Hours: 22:00pm-9:00am
• Career progression for roles such as support/care work, paediatric nurse, and emergency services.
• Proactive and supportive SEND team with great resources.

Responsibilities of a Waking Night Shift Support Worker:

• Maintain health and safety requirements and follow care and support plans.
• Conduct regular checks and maintain a secure environment for the residents.
• Ensure personal care for all residents, maintaining hygiene and cleanliness.
• Carry out domestic tasks.
• Administer medication to individuals following their treatment plan, to maintain stability of their health.
• Keep documents and medical files up to date.
• Perform night time routine with the residents.
• Report health or behavioural concerns regarding the individuals they support.

Requirements of a Waking Night Shift Support Worker:

• Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• Desire to work with children with special educational needs.
• Adaptable and proactive approach.
• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.

Interviews are commencing immediately; apply today to ensure you do NOT miss out!