Support Worker - Nights in Barnstaple inBarnstaple PUBLISHED THU 30 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section
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Support Worker - Nights Job details Posting date: 30 October 2025 Salary: Not specified Additional salary information: £13/hr Hours: Full time Closing date: 29 November 2025 Location: Barnstaple, , Company: Active Care Group Job type: Permanent Job reference: Activecare_86899 Apply for this job Summary Compassionate Night Support Worker Needed for a Gentle Soul with a Big Heart Meet the Client: Say hello to a warm and witty gentleman in his late 50s, living in the charming village of Winkleigh with his loving family, one delightfully friendly dog, and two curious cats. He lives with Multi System Atrophy, and above all, treasures time spent with his family. He's looking for a Support Worker who's not just kind and skilledbut someone he can share a laugh with, enjoy good company, and feel truly comfortable around. About the Role: Be a source of support and comfort through the night. You'll help with personal care, medication, and mobilityall within the peaceful environment of his home. You'll never be left guessing: we provide full training , shadow shifts , and continuous support from our Care Manager. Your Nights Could Make Someone's World Brighter Whether you're looking to pick up a few shifts or dive into a full-time routine, we've got room for you. Night shifts run from 8 PM to 8 AM Choose what suits your life flexible part-time or steady full-time options are available What You Bring (Besides Your Lovely Self!) We're not looking for superheroesjust super hearted people. If you're someone who: Leads with gentleness, kindness, and patience Shows up with reliability and a flexible spirit Communicates with clarity and empathy Then we already can't wait to meet you. You're our kind of person. What You'll Receive £13 per hour plus accrued holiday pay Access to our Active Learning Hub for ongoing training A Nest Personal Pension account Regular rotas for consistent work Recognition awards for your amazing contributions Refer-a-Friend bonus up to £1,500 Support from a team who truly cares about your growth And most importantlya job that makes a genuine difference We celebrate diversity, embrace compassion, and ensure that everyoneincluding those with disabilitieshas the access and opportunities they need to thrive. We're proud to be a Disability Committed Employer . If you're someone who finds joy in making someone else's night easier, warmer, and more dignifiedthis might just be the perfect role for you. Let's talk. INDCITH
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To work as a Support Worker in the UK, you'll need a combination of personal qualities and specific skills. Here are some key skills and attributes that are typically important for this role:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to listen actively and communicate clearly with clients, their families, and other professionals.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding the emotional needs of clients and demonstrating compassion and care is crucial.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations and come up with practical solutions to meet the needs of clients.
4. Patience and Resilience: Working with clients who may have challenging behaviors or emotional needs requires a lot of patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
5. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport and maintaining professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
6. Organizational Skills: Manage your time effectively and keep track of multiple responsibilities and tasks.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals such as social workers, health care providers, and therapists.
8. Flexibility and Adaptability: Clients' needs can change rapidly, so it’s important to adapt to new situations.
9. Knowledge of Safeguarding: Understanding policies and practices around safeguarding vulnerable individuals is essential for ensuring their safety.
10. Cultural Awareness: Being sensitive to the diverse backgrounds and needs of clients and providing appropriate support.
11. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with using computers and electronic health records, as well as communication tools.
12. First Aid and Health Care Knowledge: While not always required, having basic first aid skills can be beneficial, and understanding health conditions related to your client group is important.
While formal qualifications are not always necessary, having relevant training or a vocational qualification in health and social care can be advantageous. Additionally, specific roles may require knowledge or experience in particular areas, such as mental health, learning disabilities, or physical disabilities.
It's also essential to undergo a background check (DBS check) as working with vulnerable individuals often requires safeguarding compliance.
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