Support Worker Waking Nights - Respite Service

Making Space; Spalding; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Lincolnshire is looking to hire a Waking Nights Support Worker. This role involves providing compassionate care for individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs during nighttime shifts. No prior experience is required as comprehensive training will be given. The ideal candidate will embody values of empathy and adaptability, ensuring each individual's needs are met with kindness. Benefits include up to 28 days of holiday, access to learning resources, and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Access to wages as earned

Health service discounts

Pension scheme

Paid sick leave

Career progression investment

Qualifications

• No prior industry experience required.
• Support and training will be provided on the job.
• Commitment to personal values aligning with the company.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and medication administration.
• Conduct security checks and assist with domestic tasks.
• Adjust approach to individual needs for tailored support.

Skills

Empathy

Adaptability

Compassion

Communication

Job description

Waking Nights Support Worker

We have an opportunity available for a Waking Nights Support Worker to join the team at Cedar House based in Lincolnshire, PE11 1QF.

Salary: £12.60 per hour | Hours: 30 hours weekly

Our Values

At Making Space we are a team that are driven by a strong set of company values that guide us in our mission to make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve in our community.

Our values of Kind Hearts, Tailor Making, Dreaming Big, Having Courage and Being Ready are at the core of everything we do.

Kind Hearts is about generously building empathy and connection to create a sense of belonging. We believe that every person deserves to feel like they are a valued and respected.

Tailor Making is about nurturing unique relationships to make every day count. We understand that every person’s needs and circumstances are different, so we strive to provide customised support and assistance to ensure all those in our care are able to live their best lives.

Dreaming Big is about harnessing imagination to generate confidence in ourselves and others to take the first step. Anything is possible when we set our minds to it and we are 100% dedicated to helping others believe in themselves too.

Having Courage is about committing bravely to working in ways that take us to new places. We believe that our team at Making Space really does make a real change to those we serve and we must be willing to take risks and be bold in our decision making.

Being Ready is about responding to whatever comes our way by moving forward together. We know too well that life can be unpredictable but by working together and being prepared we can overcome any obstacles.

Responsibilities

As a Support Worker for the Waking Nights Respite Service, you will have the incredible opportunity to embody our core values of kind hearts, tailor‑making, dreaming big, having courage, and being ready. Your role will involve providing exceptional care and unwavering support to service users, particularly those with learning disabilities, complex needs, and behaviour that challenges.

Your evenings and nights will be filled with meaningful support that truly makes a difference in the lives of those you serve. You will provide personal care, administer medication, conduct security checks, and assist with domestic tasks. With your kind and compassionate heart, you will create an environment of warmth and care that will make service users feel seen and valued.

As a tailor‑made supporter, you will have the opportunity to adjust your approach to each individual's unique needs, ensuring they receive the highest level of care possible. With courage in your heart, you will tackle any challenges that may arise with unwavering determination, knowing that your presence alone brings comfort to those who need it most.

Qualifications

It’s important to note that you do not need prior industry experience or any specific qualifications to be considered for this role. On joining Making Space you will be supported step by step with on‑the‑job training as well as the opportunity to undertake professional qualifications if desired and required for your role.

We are seeking individuals who can showcase that their personal values align ours here at Making Space.

Benefits

• Stream – Access up to 30% of your wages as you earn
• Lifestyle benefits through Bravo Benefits and health service discounts
• Up to 28 days holidays per year including bank holidays (pro rata for part‑time)
• We pay double time for Xmas day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
• Our employees can buy and sell up to 2 weeks holiday – statutory limits apply
• Access to our library of learning through our e‑portal
• Want to upskill? We will invest in you and provide you with qualifications in level 2‑6 in Health and Social Care, Management, Admin plus other continuous professional development should you wish to further your career within Social Care
• We invest heavily in your career progression; at least half of our senior posts are filled internally through promotion
• Travel schemes including cycle to work, car maintenance and 45p per mile travel expenses
• We run a colleague engagement hub with monthly and annual colleague awards
• Pension Scheme 3% employer contribution as a minimum
• Paid Sick leave

Successful applicants will be subject to employment checks, including DBS and references checks and provided with safeguarding training. Making Space is an equal opportunities employer.

We can only accept applications from those who are legally entitled to live and work within the United Kingdom.