Waking Night Support Worker

1st Homecare; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

Life Cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Pension scheme

28 days holiday (pro‑rata)

Job summary

Real Life Options is looking for a Waking Night Support Worker in Elgin to provide overnight care across a 3 on/3 off rota. 35 hours per week, paid at £13.45 per hour, with full training and a supportive team behind you.

You will monitor wellbeing, assist with personal care where needed, and help keep clients safe and comfortable through the night. PVG check is required; a clear career pathway is offered.

Qualifications

• PVG check required.
• Training and a clear career pathway provided.
• Equal opportunities employer and inclusive recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Provide overnight support and personal care where required.
• Monitor wellbeing and maintain a safe, calm environment.
• Administer medication according to support plans.
• Complete regular checks and accurate record-keeping.
• Respond to needs or emergencies with confidence and care.
• Support individuals to maintain independence and dignity.

Skills

Caring

Reliable

Organised

Clear communicator

Job description

Waking Night Support Worker

Location:Elgin

Hours: 35 hours per week

Shift Pattern: working on a 3 on 3 off rota

Pay: £13.45per hour

Make a Difference While the World Sleeps

Are you someone who thrives at night and wants to do meaningful work? Join Real Life Options and become part of a compassionate team supporting individuals to live safely, comfortably, and independently in their own homes.

As a Waking Night Support Worker, you’ll play a vital role in providing reassurance, safety, and support through the night—helping people feel secure and cared for when it matters most.

Whether you’re experienced or new to care, we’ll support you every step of the way with training, development, and a clear career pathway.

What Your Night Will Look Like

No two nights are the same, but your role will include:

• Providing overnight support, including personal care where required
• Monitoring wellbeing and ensuring a safe, calm environment
• Administering medication in line with support plans
• Completing regular checks and accurate record-keeping
• Responding to any needs or emergencies with confidence and care
• Supporting individuals to maintain their independence and dignity

You’ll work independently during the night, with the reassurance of being part of a wider, supportive team.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re more interested in your values than your experience. If you’re someone who is:

• Caring, calm, and compassionate
• Reliable and able to work independently overnight
• Organised and attentive to detail
• A clear communicator
• Committed to delivering high-quality care

We’d love to hear from you.

Important Information

This role is Regulated Work with Vulnerable Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. A PVG check is required.

Why Join Real Life Options?

We value our team as much as the people we support. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• Minimum 28 days paid holiday (pro-rata)
• Fully funded, accredited training
• Employer contributory pension scheme

Plus a range of additional benefits:

• Health Cash Plan (for contracted staff)
• £10,000 Life Cover
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Financial wellbeing support
• Refer a Friend Bonus
• Recognition initiatives

Be Part of Something Bigger

At Real Life Options, our values guide everything we do:

Respect – Honesty – Responsibility – Excellence

Join a team where your work truly matters—where every night, you help someone feel safe, valued, and supported.

Real Life Options is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know—we’re here to support you.

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