Support Worker - Waking Night

Discovery; Bishop's Lydeard; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive payrate with overtime

Flexible shift patterns

30 days paid Annual Leave

Opportunities for career progression

Learn to Drive scheme (up to 30 drives

Salary advance before payday (up to 50

High Street Discounts

Life Assurance and Company Pension

Industry leading training

Enhanced DBS paid for by us

Job summary

Discovery is seeking a compassionate Waking Night Support Worker for The Paddocks, Bishops Lydeard, Taunton. You will provide dedicated overnight support to five residents, ensuring safety, comfort and person-centred care throughout the night.

Typical shifts run 10:00pm–7:00am, with two staff on duty. The role offers opportunities for progression and a range of benefits, including a pay uplift for overtime and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Overnight support to five individuals aged 30s–60s in their own bungalows.
• Provide hourly wellbeing checks and respond to call bells.
• Support with personal care and night-time routines.

Responsibilities

• Carry out hourly wellbeing checks, 10pm–7am with two staff on duty.
• Respond to call bells and provide reassurance as needed.
• Support with personal care and their night-time routines.

Job description

Support Worker - Waking Nights
Location: Bishops Lydeard, Taunton
Full time / Part Time
£14.26

At Discovery, you’ll discover more than a job – you’ll find purpose, belonging, and the support to thrive. Guided by our values, we create an inclusive, rewarding environment where your voice matters, your wellbeing is prioritised, and your growth is celebrated. As a Waking Night Support Worker, you’ll play a vital role in making every night safe, comfortable, and meaningful for the people we support.
Together, we’ll make a real difference – for them, and for you

Thanks to our amazing teams, Dimensions Group has been accredited as a Great Place to Work for 2026 — our eighth consecutive year of recognition.

About the role

Looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference while others sleep? Join our team at The Paddocks, where you'll provide dedicated overnight support to five fantastic people aged between their 30s and 60s who live in their own individual bungalows and receive person-centred 1:1 support.

As a Waking Night Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in ensuring people feel safe, comfortable, and supported throughout the night. Working alongside another night colleague, you'll carry out hourly wellbeing checks, respond to call bells, provide reassurance when needed, support with personal care and their night-time routines.

The people we support have a range of needs including mild learning disabilities, epilepsy, and early-stage dementia. Communication is important, and while everyone communicates verbally, you may also use tools such as picture boards and \"now and next\" cards to provide effective support.

This role requires a calm, observant, and caring approach, with the ability to respond confidently to changing needs and ensure each person enjoys a safe and restful night. You'll build meaningful relationships while helping people maintain their independence, dignity, and wellbeing.

Typical waking night shifts are 10:00pm - 7:00am, with two members of staff on duty each night.

Rewards that make a difference

• A competitive payrate with uplift for overtime you chose to work


• Flexible shift patterns to suit your needs


• 30 days paid Annual Leave (including public holidays – pro rata)


• Opportunities for career progression


• Supported ‘Learn to Drive’ scheme (up to 30 driving lessons, 1 theory/practical test - all paid for by us)


• We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned before payday.


• High Street Discounts – Retail and Entertainment (supermarkets, hospitality, pubs, cinema etc.)


• Life Assurance and Company Pension


• Industry leading training


• Enhanced DBS paid for by us

• We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce


• As Disability Confident Leaders , we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy - Dimensions has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees


• We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all of our recruitment communications.

Use of AI in the recruitment process:

AI can help you research and refine your application, but everything you submit should reflect your genuine skills and experience. Please ensure your application represents your own voice and abilities.
If you use assistive technology or require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are committed to supporting you where we can. Please let us know in advance so we can ensure appropriate arrangements are in place.

Discovery
The Exchange, Bridgwater, Somerset
TA6 4RR