Waking Night Support Worker

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you feel valued and supported? A role where you feel like you can really make a difference? Why not join the team and begin your career as aWaking Night - Support Workerhere at Madiba.

Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below.
Madiba is an established provider of complex care in Yorkshire and we really mean business when it comes to changing lives and strive to change the way children are looked after.
What will I be doing as a Waking Night -Support Worker?
Madiba is a community of loving people, dedicated to supporting and caring for young individuals aged between 7-18 years old. Our dedicated team are here to help young people through their challenges and provide them with the tools and guidance they need every single day.
Developing positive relationships with the young people in our care, their families and external agencies
Contributing to the young persons care plans and any risk assessments, supporting with implementation and reviews
Supporting young people with daily activities, educational needs and emotional wellbeing
Ensuring that good quality records are maintained as required
Previous experience is not a requirement for this role as we provide 3 weeks classroom training followed by 1 week of shadow shifts to ensure that you feel confident and well equipped to start your new role !
What we are looking for?
We welcome applications from people who have previous experience in a childrens residential setting or similar role
People who have the ability to interact with young people and manage challenging behaviours calmly
The ability to work independently, manage risk and use their initiative
A full UK driving licence
You must also be over 21 years of age to meet industry regulations
Level 3 / 4 Diploma in Childrens & Young Peoples workforce would be great although this is not essential
Flexibility to work shifts including weekends - our shifts are 22:30pm 8:00am with 4 nights on 4 nights off rotation. xwzovoh
What can we offer at Madiba?
Healthcare cash scheme receive cash back for medical appointments including dentistry, optical and wellbeing !
£50 per sleep in and overtime opportunities paid at enhanced rates
210 hours annual leave per year and company pension scheme
Long service awards up to £500
OFSTED bonus payment up to £200
Madiba will enroll & fully fund towards a level 4 diploma in Children & Young Peoples workforce qualification
Comprehensive induction, ongoing training and the opportunity to grow and progress your career
Refer a friend scheme paid at £150 & another £350 after passing probation
Monthly recognition awards
Free parking and casual dress code
Food available whilst on shift & access to our discretionary food bank
Company events
All successful candidate offers will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS