Waking Night Support Worker

Consensus Support Services Limited (trades as Consensus); Selby; On-site; GBP 35,352,000 - 36,158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career ladder

Learning & Development

Life Assurance (twice annual salary)?

Wagestream access

Blue Light Discount Card

Employee Assistance Programme

3-day induction & free DBS check

Job summary

The Haven in Selby, North Yorkshire, UK, is seeking a dedicated Waking Night Support Worker to join Consensus Support Services Limited (trades as Consensus).

You will help residents with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs during night hours, ensuring safety, wellbeing and meaningful activity. Rotational night shifts, 37.5 hours per week, with a clear professional development path within our supportive care community.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in social care or support work.
• Ability to support adults with learning disabilities, autism or complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide waking night support to residents.
• Assist with daily living tasks and safety.
• Encourage participation in activities and community engagement.
• Document nightly care notes and any incidents.

Skills

Care experience

Communication skills

Empathy

Job description

Consensus is not just a care provider – we’re a community of amazing people dedicated to inspiring and empowering people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs.

If you’re looking for a career where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, then this Waking Night Support Worker role at The Haven, Selby, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom might be right for you.

Your Benefits

Consensus is a certified Great Place to Work® in 2025, here’s just a small selection of the benefits you’ll enjoy:

• Career Ladder: A starting salary of £13.16 per hour, our dedicated career ladder provides clear opportunities for your future progression and earn up to £13.46 per hour.
• Learning & Development: Support your personal and professional growth with training and qualifications to enable you to achieve your full potential.
• Financial Benefits: Life Assurance of twice your annual basic salary, withdraw a percentage of your wages with Wagestream, access to a Blue Light Discount Card.
• Health & Wellbeing: From confidential telephone counselling, dedicated wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Induction & Training: Following your Free DBS check your journey will begin with a 3-day online induction before heading to the service to get started.

Your Role

Our Support Workers are our greatest asset. You may be new to care or already have experience in the social care sector as Mental Health Support Worker, Care Worker, Healthcare Assistant or Care Assistant but your values are most important to us.

• The site is a new-build development in a popular historical market town. The site compromises of a mix of detached and semi-detached 1 and 2 bedroom houses with private gardens, gated entry and parking. This service will provide specialist supported living accommodation for 7 people with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs, including those identified under the Transforming Care Programme, meeting the identified needs of North Yorkshire Council.
• Help the people we support to engage in meaningful opportunities and activities – empowering them to enjoy a great life filled with amazing experiences.
• Get involved in the community, support during leisure and social activities, and celebrate special occasions.
• Communicate appropriately, considering individual communication needs, and helping people to communicate effectively with others, too.
• Shifts: Rotational Nights, 37.5 hours per week.

At Consensus, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Join us at Consensus Support Services, where your unique perspective is valued, and every individual has the opportunity to succeed.