Waking Night Support Worker

Autonomy Life; Castle Cary; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive care provider in Castle Cary is seeking dedicated Support Workers to provide overnight care for individuals with complex needs. Responsibilities include personal care and monitoring wellbeing. Ideal candidates will have experience with challenging behaviour. Full-time and part-time positions available, offering competitive hourly rates based on experience. Join a team that values respect and provides ongoing training.

Benefits

Up to £300 for Employee Referrals

Access to blue light card discounts

Training and Development

Full-time Mental Health First Aiders available

Qualifications

• Candidates must have experience in supporting individuals with complex needs.
• Knowledge of Positive Behavioural Support (PBS) is desirable, training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with personal care throughout the night.
• Carry out regular wellbeing checks and respond to needs during the night.
• Maintain clear records and communicate any concerns.

Skills

Experience with challenging behaviour

Knowledge of Positive Behavioural Support

Job description

Weavers Lodge in Castle Cary provides a warm, supportive, and empowering home for up to 8 adults with learning disabilities, complex behavioural needs, and additional diagnoses such as Autism, mental health conditions, and communication difficulties. Our service supports individuals in helping them build independence and thrive in the community.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a friendly and supportive team that values respect, kindness, and teamwork.
• Make a real difference to people’s lives.
• Receive ongoing training, development, and support.
• Work in a calm, person‑centred environment where your contribution is truly valued.

What You'll Be Doing During Waking Nights:

Providing Gentle, Dignified Care
Support individuals with personal care, ensuring they feel safe, comfortable, and respected throughout the night.

Monitoring and Reassurance
Carry out regular wellbeing checks, respond to needs promptly, and provide a calming presence during the night.

Keeping Things Running Smoothly
Maintain clear records and communicate any concerns to the day team – continuity of care matters.

Creating a Peaceful Environment
Help maintain a clean, quiet, and settled atmosphere to support restful sleep and overnight safety.

Being a Trusted Team Member
Work collaboratively with colleagues to uphold person‑centred care plans and respond to changing needs.

Due to the complex needs of the individuals that we support we do require candidates to have previous experience, including working with people who display challenging behaviour. Knowledge of Positive Behavioural Support (PBS) is desirable, but training will be provided.

Salary Breakdown

• Care certificate / working towards NVQ 2 : £12.50ph
• 12 months experience in a similar setting : £13.00ph
• NVQ 3 & 12 months experience in a similar setting : £13.50ph
• 3 years experience in a similar setting : £14.00ph

* In a similar healthcare/social care setting and experience in supporting individuals with complex needs, behaviours that may challenge, autism and associated mental health conditions.

In addition to a secure and stable career, we offer Support Workers:

• Receive up to £300 for Employee Referrals
• Access to blue light card discounts
• Long service awards
• 24‑hour confidential employee advice line
• Full‑time Mental Health First Aiders who are there for you when you need them
• Training and Development
• Accredited Positive Behaviour Management Training
• Mandatory Training Provided

Night Shift

21.50pm - 7.10am

Working weekends is a requirement however we do operate on a 3 week schedule to encourage a healthy work life balance.

Other roles you may have worked in Support Worker / Care Assistant / Care Worker / Carer / HCA / Community Care Worker / Domiciliary Care Worker / Health Care Assistant / Home Care Support Worker

Safeguarding Commitment

We prioritise the safety and well‑being of everyone who uses our services and support safe recruitment practices. It’s important to share any relevant information in your application, as this helps us ensure a safe environment for all. If you have a conviction that does not pose a risk to vulnerable individuals, we are open to discussing your application further during the recruitment process.

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of their sex, religious beliefs, political opinions, race, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or gender reassignment status.

We are proud to be a disability confident employer and committed to mental health at work.

We are currently not accepting applications for Sponsorship.

Job Types: Full‑time, Part‑time