Night Support Worker x2

Teacheractive Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist SEND college in Bournemouth is seeking a Night Support Worker to provide vital support to learners with complex needs during night shifts. The successful candidate will be compassionate and reliable, supporting individuals with their routines and ensuring a safe environment. A DBS check is required, and training can be provided. This position offers market-leading rates of pay and a dedicated support team.

Benefits

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

CPD Courses and certificates

Market leading rates of pay

Referral Scheme up to £100

Qualifications

• Experience in care, education, or support roles desirable.
• Able to provide personal care and work through the night.
• Familiarity with care plans and safeguarding protocols.

Responsibilities

• Support learners with evening and morning routines.
• Promote independence and safeguarding wellbeing.
• Monitor individuals throughout the night and provide support.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Reliability

SEND experience

Education

Level 2/3 Health & Social Care or equivalent

Job description

Night Support Worker – SEND College

Location: Bournemouth
Hours: Night Shifts (Full-time - 42.5 hours)
Salary: £13.70ph
Start Date: ASAP

About Us

We are a specialist SEND college that provides education, care, and support to young people aged 16–25 with a range of complex needs, including autism, learning disabilities, and physical challenges. Our mission is to help every learner achieve their potential in a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment.

The Role

As a Night Support Worker, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining a calm, safe, and supportive environment for learners during the night. Working as part of a caring and professional residential team, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting learners with their evening and morning routines
• Promoting independence and safeguarding wellbeing
• Monitoring individuals throughout the night, providing reassurance and personal care where needed
• Recording and reporting accurately in line with college procedures
• Responding to emergencies in a calm and effective manner

What We’re Looking For

• Compassionate, patient, and reliable
• Experienced in working in care, education, or support roles (SEND experience desirable)
• Confident with providing personal care and working through the night
• Able to follow care plans and safeguarding protocols
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Flexible to cover occasional weekend or holiday shifts if required

A full enhanced DBS check is required (we can support this process).

Qualifications (desirable but not essential)

• Level 2/3 Health & Social Care or equivalent
• First Aid, Moving and Handling, or Medication Training
• Experience in a residential or education setting

Benefits

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression Channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply*

If you are interested in this position, please apply now. EMAIL: [e-mail]
CONTACT NUMBER: 0121 200 3224

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.