Waking Night Support Worker

Caretech; Bromsgrove; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

CareTech in Bromsgrove is seeking resilient Waking Support Workers to join King George Close, a residential service for young people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs. You will work a 35-hour rota-based week supporting individuals to develop independence. No previous experience?

No problem. We provide full training and a structured induction. You will build trusted relationships, support during distress, follow PBS plans, assist with daily living and community

Qualifications

• No previous experience? We provide full training and a structured induction.
• Willingness to work unsociable hours on a rota basis.
• Commitment to safeguarding and person-centred practice.
• Experience supporting individuals with autism or mental health needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred support in line with individual plans.
• Build trusting and professional relationships.
• Support individuals during periods of emotional distress.
• Follow Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) plans.
• Assist with daily living skills and personal care where required.
• Promote independence, dignity and wellbeing.
• Support with appointments, activities, and community access.
• Maintain accurate records and work effectively within a team.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Resilience

Basic IT skills

Education

Health and Social Care qualification (optional)

Job description

Permanent | Full-time | 35 hours per week (rota-based)

Please note: We may be unable to support applications where Home Office visa restrictions prevent candidates from meeting the full contractual hours or requirements of the role.

‘Extraordinary Days, Every Day’

At CareTech, we are committed to delivering Extraordinary Days, Every Day through high-quality, person-centred care. Our focus is on empowering independence, building confidence and life skills, and supporting people to live fulfilling lives in environments that best suit their needs.

We are recruiting

Waking Support Workers to join our service in Bromsgrove, supporting young people with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs, including behaviours that may challenge.

We are looking for resilient, compassionate, and proactive individuals who are passionate about making a genuine difference in people’s lives. Whether you are new to care or experienced, this is a fantastic opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career while truly making an impact.

This is not a traditional care role. We are seeking people who can build positive relationships, remain calm under pressure, and support individuals through some of the most challenging moments in their lives.

About the Service – King George Close

King George Close is a residential care home located in a quiet residential street. The service supports up to five young people with a range of mental health diagnoses, learning disabilities, and/or autistic spectrum conditions.

Our focus is on supporting individuals to develop independence and progress on their personal journey.

About the People We Support

The individuals living at the service may present with:

• Autistic Spectrum Disorder
• Mental health needs
• Emotional dysregulation
• Self-harm behaviours
• Behaviours that challenge services

Our aim is to create a safe, therapeutic, and person-centred environment where individuals can develop emotional regulation, independence, and achieve positive outcomes.

Service User Interests

We actively support individuals to engage in meaningful activities, including:

• Arts and crafts
• Days out (theme parks, meals, social activities, Christmas markets)
• Holidays and short breaks
• Walks in the local community and parks
• Cooking and baking to build life skills

The Role

As a Support Worker, you will:

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred support in line with individual plans
• Build trusting and professional relationships
• Support individuals during periods of emotional distress
• Follow Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) plans
• Assist with daily living skills and personal care (where required)
• Promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing
• Support with appointments, activities, and community access
• Maintain accurate records and work effectively within a team

Who We’re Looking For?

We are seeking individuals who are:

• Caring and patient
• Calm and emotionally resilient
• Compassionate and non-judgemental
• Professional in challenging situations
• Respectful, positive, and resilient
• Confident in setting clear and consistent boundaries
• Team players with a positive attitude
• Strong communicators with basic IT and written skills
• Flexible and reliable

No previous experience? No problem. If you have the right values and willingness to learn, we will provide full training and a structured induction programme.

• Willingness to work towards a qualification in Health and Social Care
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis
• Commitment to safeguarding and person-centred practice
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Experience supporting individuals with autism
• Experience supporting mental health needs
• Experience supporting individuals with self-