Support Worker - Waking Nights When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Join Our Team as a Support Worker - Waking Nights at The Green home in Crowthorne Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling journey in social care? Norwood is on the lookout for passionate individuals to join us as Support Workers in the unique and vibrant community for adults with neurodevelopmental disabilities in Crowthorne, Berkshire. Use your experience and personal qualities to make an impact on peoples lives and enable them to fulfil their potential. If you're dedicated, compassionate, and ready to make a positive impact, read on About Norwood: Founded in 1795, Norwood is the oldest Jewish charity in the UK, and has been privileged to receive Royal Patronage since 1815. We support and empower neurodiverse children and their families and people with neurodevelopmental disabilities to live their best lives. Norwood works with local authorities, to deliver wide-ranging services including residential and supported living accommodation and short-breaks facilities, as well as a range of support groups aimed at the whole family, not just the individual. Click here to find out more about Norwood. Our Norwood Values and Behaviours underpin everything we do as we continue to support and empower neurodiverse children, their families and people with neurodevelopmental disabilities to live their best lives. About The Green: The Green is a single level ground floor home. It consists of 13 self-contained flats surrounding a luscious green outdoor area. Inside is a central hub which includes a kitchen, lounge, dining area, laundry facilities and 2 television areas. This Building also houses the offices for the manager and staff. The Green staff support 11 friendly and social residents with a wide range of interests. They have a wide range of interests. This includes volunteering at our on-site stables, going shopping, walking around Ravenswood village, pop music, cycling, music, TV, and films. The people we support communicate verbally, at different levels. Makaton, PECS and objects of reference are also used by some of the residents. What Norwood offer: Hourly Pay Rate: £13 Overtime Rate: £14.30 & Bank holiday Rate: £19.50 Fully Paid Induction: Get the support you need from day one Workplace Pension Scheme: Plan for your future with confidence. 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (FTE): For a well earned rest. NVQ Level 2-5 Health & Social Care Qualification: Boost your skills and knowledge. Career Progression Pathway: Your growth is our priority. Employee Assistance Programme: We care about your well-being. £300 When You Introduce a Friend: Spread the word and reap the rewards. Free Eye test & Eyewear allowance Access to Blue Light discount scheme Cycle to work scheme As a Support Worker, you will provide day to day support including: Helping the people we support to be independent and live a fulfilling life Supporting & encouraging the development of personal skills through hobbies and interests Accompanying the people we support to routine appointments Teaching life skills such as budgeting, shopping and paying bills Assisting with personal care and administrating medication (if required) Assisting with household tasks such as cleaning & cooking Support alongside the Physical Activity Practitioner in the hydrotherapy pool Drive the home car to take residents to appointments and outings Essential: Previous experience as a Support Worker, supporting adults with neurodevelopmental disabilities Knowledge of safeguarding Emergency First Aid at Work Certificate Moving and Positioning Certificate Administering Medication Certificate Flexibility to be able to commit to 3x 10 hour waking nights shifts per week Applicants must hold a clean UK driving license for a minimum of 2 years Apply to Norwood and join a team that truly cares If you have can do attitude, lots of energy and want to make a difference in someones life, then Our Recruitment Team would love to hear from you.? We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We actively celebrate everyone's' different abilities, sexual orientation, ethnicity, faith, and gender. Everyone is welcome and supported in their development at all stages in their journey with us.