Support Worker (Waking Nights)

Black Country Housing Group; Brierley Hill; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced weekend pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Attendance reward

Life assurance

Contributory pension

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Black Country Housing Group in Quarry Bank, Brierley Hill is seeking a Waking Night Support Worker on a fixed term, part-time basis. The role supports adults with complex needs, offering an hourly rate of £13.12 and a 12-month maternity cover.

The ideal candidate will have experience with learning disabilities, budgeting skills, and an NVQ2 in Health & Social Care or willingness to study. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with people with learning disabilities.
• Experience of maintaining budgets and handling money.
• Knowledge of the rights of people with learning disabilities and how these can be promoted.
• Understanding of the Supporting People and Quality Assessment Framework.

Responsibilities

• Develop a professional relationship with tenants and help them to develop a sense of identity and self-esteem.
• Assist tenants with personal hygiene and care as necessary.
• Assist with all domestic duties for tenants as necessary.
• Be aware at all times of tenants' individual needs and assist in developing appropriate care and support plans.
• Ensure any concerns relating to tenants or issues raised by tenants are reported without delay to senior staff.
• Record and maintain accurate and timely information with regards to medication, care, and daily events.

Skills

Learning disabilities experience

Budget management

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)

Job description

Contract: Fixed Term - 12 Month Maternity Cover (Part Time)

Location: Quarry Bank, Brierley Hill

Hourly Pay: £13.12 per hour

Overview: Are you someone who loves to make a difference to the lives of others and would love to join a values based organisation? If so, then we would love to hear from you!

We are currently recruiting for a Waking Night Support Worker to support the provision of our service where we support adults with complex support needs, with an opportunity to join the team on a fixed term, part time basis.

Please note that if you require visa sponsorship, then we will be unable to accept your application on this occasion.

Job Description:

Duties of the role include, but are not limited to:

To develop a professional relationship with Tenants and help them to develop a sense of identity and self-esteem.

To assist Tenants with personal hygiene and care as necessary.

To assist with all domestic duties for tenants as necessary.

To be aware at all times of tenants' individual needs and assist in developing appropriate care and support plans to meet these needs.

To ensure any concerns relating to tenants or issues raised by tenants are reported without delay to senior staff.

To record and maintain accurate and timely information with regards to medication, care, and daily events.

Person Specification:

Essential

Experience of working with people with learning disabilities.

Experience of maintaining budgets and handling money.

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) or willing to work towards.

Knowledge of the needs and requirements of those with learning disabilities.

Knowledge of the rights of people with learning disabilities and how these can be promoted.

Understanding of the Supporting People and Quality Assessment Framework.

Desirable

Full UK Drivers License.

Previous experience working for a not for profit/charitable organisation.

Benefits:

Enhanced weekend and bank holiday pay.

Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides free, confidential support in health, wellbeing, financial and legal matters.

Staff recognition scheme and 100% annual attendance reward.

Enrolment into a life assurance programme and access to an attractive contributory pension scheme.

Learning and development opportunities to support your continuous professional development.

About us:

With over 2,200 homes across the Black Country and Birmingham, as well as a purpose-built residential care home and supported living and retirement living schemes, we are deeply committed to supporting our local communities. Through our career development, training, and employment services, we help individuals achieve their aspirations.

Since our founding in 1974, we've significantly expanded both the number of homes we manage and the range of housing-related services we provide. Each year, we positively impact the lives of thousands of customers.

At Black Country Housing Group, our values are more than just words—they shape the way we operate and how our colleagues interact daily. We're dedicated to the growth and well-being of our team, earning Gold recognition from Investors in People. We are also honoured to have received the Gold Award from the Armed Forces Covenant for our ongoing support of veterans and their families.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we continuously strive to create a more inclusive workplace. We are proud to promote equal opportunities and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Closing Date: 9th November 2026

*Please note that we reserve the right to close the advert earlier than the stated closing date where we receive a high volume of applications.

If you have any questions about this vacancy, or require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please get in touch with our HR team via [e-mail] who will be happy to assist.