Female Support Worker - Wake Nights

Nightingale Hammerson; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local care organization in Newmarket is seeking experienced Support Workers to provide compassionate care for a woman with learning disabilities and anxiety. You will support her with personal care, medication, and emotional reassurance during night shifts. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills and a person-centred approach. Join us to make a meaningful difference in someone's life with a generous leave package and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Free DBS Check

Advance Pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card Discounts

30 days of annual leave

Referral Bonus of £500

Paid Training

Full support for Care Certificate

Colleague Benefits Scheme

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience supporting individuals with anxiety and complex behaviours.
• Person-centred approach.

Responsibilities

• Support with personal care routines.
• Administer medication and maintain a clean environment.
• Provide emotional reassurance.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations

Compassion and empathy

Job description

Experienced Support Worker – 2 x 35-Hour Vacancies (Newmarket)

• Shift Pattern: 9:00 PM - 7:00 AM
• Pay: £13.54 per hour

We’re looking for two experienced, compassionate support workers to join our team in Newmarket, supporting a woman in her mid-50s with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health condition. This is a complex and rewarding role for someone who brings emotional resilience, maturity, and a deep understanding of behaviours of distress.

She communicates in her own expressive way, often using body language, facial expressions, and simple nouns. Her anxiety follows a cyclical pattern every 4–6 weeks, with heightened behaviours that require calm, consistent support. During these periods, she may struggle with sleep, become restless, and express distress. Staff need to be confident in recognising these signs and responding with empathy and structure.

This position follows a rolling rota throughout the year, with shifts scheduled in advance to provide consistency and clarity. Wake night support is delivered by female staff and involves working independently, offering one-to-one support during the night. Responsibilities include supporting with personal care routines, administering medication, maintaining a clean and calm environment, and providing emotional reassurance when needed.

The person you’ll be supporting has a wide range of interests from puzzles and colouring to cooking, pampering sessions, and trips to the seaside, circus, and cinema. Her family plays an active and supportive role in her life and deeply values the contribution of her support team.

We’re looking for someone with at least one year of experience supporting individuals with anxiety and complex behaviours. You’ll need excellent communication skills, a person-centred approach, and the ability to adapt quickly to changing situations.

This is more than a job, it’s a chance to make a difference in someone’s life. This woman is kind and thrives with the right support. If you’re values led, proactive, and ready to bring your experience to a role that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you.

Relief staff may also be considered for standby cover.

What We Offer:

• Free DBS Check: We cover the cost.
• Advance Pay: Access your earned pay before payday.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Comprehensive support for your well-being.
• Blue Light Card: Enjoy a wide range of discounts.
• Generous Leave: Start with 30 days of annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing to 35 days.
• Referral Bonus: £500 bonus when you refer a friend who joins us.
• Paid Training: Financial incentives for completing awards and diplomas.
• Care Certificate: Full support and payment for this essential qualification in health and social care.
• Colleague Benefits Scheme: Discounts and cashback on shopping and outings.

Additional Information:

• We value diversity and welcome applications from all eligible candidates.
• As Disability Confident Leaders, we ensure fair consideration for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.
• Support is available to complete your application, including British Sign Language translated videos for recruitment communications.
• Applications are reviewed upon receipt, and interviews will take place until the positions are filled.
• Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. In this context, "gender" refers to the sex legally assigned to an individual.

Salary / Benefits:£13.54 Per Hour