Waking Night Support Worker

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Droitwich Spa; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime uplift

Flexible shifts

Annual leave 30 days

Career progression

Life Assurance

Pension

Training

Enhanced DBS paid

Job summary

Dimensions is seeking a Waking Night Support Worker in Droitwich (WR9) to care for six young adults aged 19–31 with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) and complex health needs. You will work 37.5 hours per week on nights, providing person-centred support in a dedicated team.

Full training will be provided; shifts run 10:00pm–7:00am, 10:00pm–8:30am, or 10:00pm–9:30am. A competitive rate (£12.85/hour) and overtime uplift are offered, with excellent benefits and development

Qualifications

• Calm, patient and observant.
• Experience working with overnight care is beneficial but not required.
• Willingness to learn and follow training.

Responsibilities

• Provide overnight wellbeing and safety checks.
• Assist with personal care and comfort needs.
• Administer medication as required and per procedure.
• Monitor health and respond to changing needs.
• Complete night-time routines and accurate handovers.

Skills

Calm

Patient

Observant

Independant overnight work

Team player

Job description

Dim/24162

£12.85 - £12.85 Per Hour

Droitwich Spa

England, Worcestershire, West Midlands

Permanent

Hours per week: 37.5

Closing Date: September 30, 2026

Waking Night Support Worker – Droitwich (WR9)

Location: Droitwich (WR9)Hours: Full Time – 37.5 hours per week (Waking Nights)Pay: £12.85 per hour

About Dimensions

Thanks to our amazing teams, Dimensions Group has been accredited as a Great Place to Work for 2026 – our eighth consecutive year of recognition.

Dimensions has also once again been recognised as one of the UK's Top 25 Best Workplaces for Wellbeing™ among Super Large Organisations, reflecting our commitment to creating a workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported and empowered to thrive.

"Making a difference in people's lives – and the joy that brings."
– Current Support Worker

If you're calm, compassionate and looking for a rewarding night role where you can make a real difference, this could be the perfect opportunity. You'll play a vital part in ensuring people feel safe, comfortable and supported throughout the night, helping them enjoy fulfilling and active lives during the day.

About the role

We're looking for caring and reliable Waking Night Support Workers to join our team in Droitwich (WR9), supporting six young adults aged 19–31 with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) and complex health needs.

Each person lives in their own self-contained apartment within a purpose-built service, with shared communal spaces. You'll provide person-centred overnight support that promotes dignity, comfort and wellbeing, while working as part of a dedicated and supportive team.

The people we support have a range of complex support needs, including:

• Personal care and repositioning support
• Hoist and mobility support
• Wheelchair assistance
• Medication administration
• Epilepsy support (including Buccal medication training)
• PEG feeding and dysphagia support
• Communication support, including non-verbal communication and Makaton

Families are highly involved in people's lives, making consistency, professionalism and accurate communication especially important.

As a Waking Night Support Worker, you'll remain awake throughout your shift and support with:

• Overnight wellbeing and safety checks
• Personal care and comfort needs
• Medication administration
• Monitoring health and responding to changing needs
• Completing night-time routines
• Accurate recording and handovers
• Supporting dignity, independence and wellbeing

Full training will be provided for all specialist support requirements.

Shifts:

• 10:00pm – 7:00am
• 10:00pm – 8:30am
• 10:00pm – 9:30am

Rotas are provided in advance to support a healthy work-life balance.

About you

You'll be a great fit if you're:

• Calm, patient and observant
• Confident working independently overnight
• A supportive team player
• Positive, reliable and proactive
• Committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support
• Comfortable supporting people with complex needs
• Keen to learn specialist skills and develop your knowledge
• Professional and attentive to detail

Experience is helpful but not essential — we'll provide all the training and support you need to succeed.

Rewards that make a difference

• A competitive payrate with uplift for overtime you chose to work
• Flexible shift patterns to suit your needs
• 30 days paid Annual Leave (including public holidays – pro rata)
• Opportunities for career progression
• High Street Discounts – Retail and Entertainment (supermarkets, hospitality, pubs, cinema etc.)
• Life Assurance and Company Pension
• Industry leading training
• Enhanced DBS paid for by us