Are you an enthusiastic, motivated, considerate and patient Support Worker who wants to make a difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities? Then join us at Canterbury Oast Trust as an Awake Night Support Worker based at The New Bungalow, Aldington, Ashford to work 12 hours per week (9.00pm - 9.00am). It is envisaged that this will be undertaken on a Saturday however flexibility is key as there may be a need to cover additional Awake Nights during staff absence.

As this role will entail the provision of personal care to the female residents this post is restricted to female candidates only as the Trust feels this is a Genuine Occupational Requirement of the Awake Night Support Worker in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

About us:

Canterbury Oast Trust takes pride in providing good quality care and support for adults with learning disabilities across Kent and East Sussex. We provide long-term accommodation and care, based in small, unique family style homes. The ethos of all our homes is to support independence, dignity, choice and achievement by helping people to live the lives they choose.

The Role:

As an Awake Night Support Worker for adults with learning disabilities and complex needs you will:

o Be responsible for the personal safety and welfare of our service users during the night
o Monitoring and administration of medication
o Maintain appropriate records and written reports
o Undertake basic household duties during the shift
o Provide good quality care and support to the adults based on their needs through a person-centred approach
o Assist them in every aspect of their daily lives, including personal care
o Provide a safe and supportive environment that enables individuals to feel valued, reach their potential and nurture their aspirations


The New Bungalow is home to up to to six residents who have complex learning disability needs including physical and sensory impairments; epilepsy care; cerebral palsy; communication needs and health conditions associated with ageing.

About You:

To be a successful Awake Night Support Worker you will need:

o An appreciation of the needs of people with learning disabilities
o Knowledge of dementia and epilepsy would be an advantage
o Knowledge of specialist equipment would be an advantage but not essential as person handling training will be provided
o To be considerate, patient, self-motivated, enthusiastic, respectful, non-judgmental and professional
o Sound interpersonal skills
o Good verbal and written communication skills plus basic IT and report writing skills
o A Health and Social Care NVQ2 or Level 2 Diploma Qualification would be beneficial or be working towards or a willingness to work towards within 18 months of commencement
o To hold a driving licence due to our rural location


AWAKE NIGHT SUPPORT WORKER BENEFITS INCLUDE:

o Complex Needs Allowance
o Shift Allowances
o Enhancements for bank holidays (double time plus time off in lieu)
o 22 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays - Pro rata for part time hrs; Additional annual leave for 3,4 and 5 years continuous service
o Paid DBS check renewed every three years
o Contributory pension scheme
o Healthcare Cash Plan on completion of a 6 month probationary period
o Excellent training and development opportunities
o Full and comprehensive induction programme
o Opportunity to join the COT flexi bank (on completion of your probationary period) if you wish to work additional hours across the Trust.


All appointments are subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK; an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service and two satisfactory references, one of which should be from your current or most recent employer..

If you believe you have the right values for our organisation and meet the requirements of the Job Description and Person Specification we would love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 16th February 2020

Interview Date: 28th February 2020