Waking Night Support Worker

Caretech; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recommend A Friend Bonus

28 Days Holiday

Free DBS Check

Blue Light Card

Employee Assistance Programme

Awards Evening

Employee Recognition

Career progression opportunities

CareTech Foundation grant

Job summary

CareTech is seeking a Waking Night Support Worker for a 12-month maternity cover in Cannock. The role pays £12.79 per hour, with a 35-hour week on a rota basis. Applicants should have a caring, patient, and respectful approach and be prepared to work unsociable hours.

Experience with hoists and supporting individuals with learning disabilities or mental health needs is desirable. DBS check is paid for by CareTech, and enhanced training opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work towards a health & social qualification.
• Experience in a care environment preferred but not essential.
• Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis.
• Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech).
• Experience with using a hoist and dealing with Complex Physical Health.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred support in line with individual support plans.
• Assist with daily living skills and personal care where required.
• Promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing.
• Support activities, appointments, and community access.
• Maintain accurate records and work effectively as part of a team.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic IT

Written abilities

Flexible

Reliable

Teamwork

Education

Health & social qualification (willing to pursue)

Tools

Hoist operation

Job description

Waking Night Support Worker (12months Maternity Cover)

Rate: £12.79 per hour

Temporary | Fixed 12month Contract | 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 Support Workers to join our service in Cannock, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. Whether you’re new to care or experienced, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career - any truly make a difference!

About the Service – Yorkminster Drive

Yorkminster Drive is a supported living environment which provides care and support to people with learning disabilities and complex physical health. Applicants will ideally have a background in supporting individuals with complex physical health needs and experience in the use of hoists, either within a supported living or residential background.

Service User Interests

The people we support enjoy a wide range of activities, and Support Workers play a vital role in enabling these experiences, including:

• Arts and crafts
• Days out such as Theme Parks, Meals out, Social activities, Christmas markets etc.
• Holidays and short breaks
• Walks in the local park and community
• Cooking and baking to develop life skills

The Role

You will:

• Deliver person-centred support in line with individual support plans
• Assist with daily living skills and personal care where required
• Promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing
• Support activities, appointments, and community access
• Maintain accurate records and work effectively as part of a team

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking people who are caring, patient, and respectful, with a positive and resilient approach. You should be confident working independently and within a team, have good communication skills, basic IT and written abilities, and be flexible and reliable.

Requirements

• Willingness to work towards a health & social qualification
• Experience in a care environment preferred but not essential
• Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis
• Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech)
• Experience with using a hoist and dealing with Complex Physical Health

What We Offer

• Recommend A Friend Bonus
• Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Free DBS Check
• Blue Light Card
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual Employee Awards Evening
• Employee Recognition Schemes
• Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level
• CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grant

Our Values

• Friendly
• Positive
• Empowering
• Person-Centred

About CareTech

Founded in 1993, CareTech is one of the largest and most reputable specialist social care and special education needs providers across the UK. The Group has a track record of more than 30 years, delivering high quality, person-centred care to those with complex needs. The Group was founded by brother Haroon and Farouq Sheikh, who continue to lead CareTech today, providing continuity of leadership, long term stability and a deep personal commitment to the people we support.

CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader.

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7–10 days.