Job Description

Salary £25,949 per annum | 20 hours per week | Permanent, Part time | Disability service | Lancaster & Morecambe, Lancashire

Waking Night Support Worker (Female Only)
Grade 3 £13.45 per hour 0.25% enhancement for waking nights and 0.33 enhancement for working weekends.

Please note: The salary quoted is the full-time equivalent. Actual salary will be paid on a pro-rata basis.

Please note: This role is not open to international sponsorship.

Make a Difference While Others Sleep

Are you a caring, compassionate person looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference?

Lancashire County Council's Lancaster and Morecambe Short Break Service is looking for dedicated Waking Night Support Workers to join our friendly team supporting adults with learning disabilities and other disabilities.

Our purpose-built short break service provides high-quality respite care and support in a safe, welcoming environment. As part of our waking night team, you will play a vital role in ensuring people receive the care, reassurance, and support they need throughout the night.

About the Role

As a Waking Night Support Worker, you will provide person-centred support to individuals staying within our short break service, promoting their dignity, wellbeing, and independence.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing overnight supervision and support to adults with disabilities.
• Supporting individuals with personal care needs during the night.
• Carrying out regular welfare and safety checks.
• Administering medication in line with policies and procedures.
• Responding appropriately to emergencies and changing needs.
• Completing accurate records and night reports.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and comfortable environment.
• Following support plans, risk assessments, and service procedures at all times.
• Working closely with colleagues to ensure continuity of care.

What We're Looking For

We value the right values and attitude more than previous experience.

You'll be someone who:

• Treats people with dignity, respect, and compassion.
• Has a person-centred approach to support.
• Is calm, reliable, and able to work independently.
• Has good communication and record-keeping skills.
• Is committed to promoting positive outcomes for people with disabilities.
• Can work flexibly as part of a rota-based service.

Experience of supporting adults with learning disabilities is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful difference every shift.
• Full induction and comprehensive training programme.
• Ongoing support and development opportunities.
• Opportunity to gain funded qualifications in Health and Social Care.
• Career progression within Lancashire County Council.
• Foundation Living Wage Employer.
• Enhanced payments for weekends and bank holidays where applicable.
• Supportive and friendly team environment.

Training and Development

Applicants who do not already hold an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) may be required to undertake the Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, fully funded by the service where applicable.

Additional Information

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975 (Exceptions).

Lancashire County Council is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:

Benn Oxley or Samantha Hebblethwaite
?? 01524 581282

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