Wake Night Support Worker - Weymouth (DT4)

Keys Children; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 5.6 weeks

DBS paid

Career development

Circle wellbeing

Discount scheme

Pension scheme

Fair pay

Referral bonus £500

Full induction

Job summary

Keys Group is seeking a Wake Night Support Worker to join our Weymouth team in Dorset. This full-time role requires overnight care for individuals with learning disabilities and related needs, offering 40 hours per week.

You will monitor residents during the night, assist with night-time routines, respond to incidents, maintain a calm and safe environment, and help with light domestic tasks while documenting changes in condition. Training is provided.

Qualifications

• Role requires a calm, reliable and responsible individual who can work overnight.
• Excellent communication and observational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring the individuals during the night to ensure their safety and well-being.
• Providing support when needed, including assisting with night-time care routines.
• Responding to emergencies or incidents that may arise during the night.
• Maintaining a calm and secure environment, creating a peaceful atmosphere for the individuals.
• Assisting with light domestic tasks such as tidying and cleaning communal areas.
• Recording incidents or changes in the individuals' condition and ensuring accurate documentation.
• Working independently throughout the night, maintaining vigilance and attention to detail.

Job description

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Wake Night Support Worker - Weymouth (DT4)

Job Reference Keysgroup/TP/101960/9220

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Full Time

Working Hours:

40

Location:

Bournemouth

Job Category:

Care and Support

Region:

Dorset

Business Area:

Supported Living

Package Description

JOB ROLE:Wake Night Support Worker

LOCATION: Weymouth, Dorset DT4

HOURS: Full Time – 40 hours per week

About Weymouth:

Our specialist Supported Living and Outreach service in Weymouth, provides support for people with Learning Disabilities, Autism, Mental Health needs and Acquired Brain Injuries

We work in partnership with Local Health Professionals such as social workers, community nurses, and specialists such as Speech and Language Therapists, Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists. Person Centred Planning Our staff support each person to create a person-centred plan that tells us how they want to live their life now and in the future. Through a range of communication tools, we ensure that each person is closely involved in the development of their own plan.

As a Wake Night Support Worker, your responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring the individuals during the night to ensure their safety and well-being.
• Providing support when needed, including assisting with night-time care routines.
• Responding to emergencies or incidents that may arise during the night.
• Maintaining a calm and secure environment, helping to create a peaceful atmosphere for the individuals.
• Assisting with light domestic tasks as required, such as tidying and cleaning communal areas.
• Recording incidents or changes in the individuals' condition and ensuring accurate documentation is kept.
• Working independently throughout the night, maintaining vigilance and attention to detail.

This role requires a calm, reliable, and responsible individual who can work effectively overnight to provide high-quality care and support.

Why Join us:

• Annual Leave - Enjoy 5.6 weeks of annual leave inclusive of 8 public holidays.
• DBS Check Paid - Your Enhanced DBS check, is fully covered by Keys Group, along with any required renewals.
• Qualifications & Career Development - Unlock your potential with our support! We offer a variety of QCF qualifications, providing opportunities for professional growth and opening doors to further career advancement.
• Circle - Your hub for wellbeing, engagement and discounts. From tailored exercise advice and healthy eating tips to counselling and savings on everyday purchases, Circle has you covered.
• Amazing Discount Scheme- at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee
• NEST Pension Scheme - Save for your retirement with a matched contribution of up to 3% from Keys Group.
• Fair & Competitive Pay - At Keys Group, we pride ourselves on fair and competitive pay. As a Real Living Wage Employer, we ensure fair pay for all, with enhanced pay scales that transparently recognise your qualifications and experience.
• £500 Referral Bonus - Refer talented individuals to Keys Group and split a £500 bonus when they successfully join and complete their probation.
• Full Induction & Introductory Programme - Begin your journey with a paid-for comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success.

About Keys:

Keys Care provides safe, supportive homes for adults and children, offering tailored services and specialist support to help people thrive. Through our Connected Support approach, we empower individuals to build stability, resilience, and a strong sense of belonging

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are also committed to supporting the Armed Forces community through our Armed Forces Covenant.

Eligible candidates from military backgrounds are guaranteed an interview – please include details of your service on your CV.

Please note that due to the vulnerable nature of the people that we support, all applicants must be over the age of 18

*Dependant on experience and qualification