Waking Night Support Worker

SeeAbility; Vale of White Horse; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A care support organization seeks a Male Waking Night Support Worker in Drayton, Abingdon. You will support an individual with complex needs, ensuring their daily routines and well-being are prioritized. The role requires effective communication, previous care experience, and a valid UK driving licence. The position offers competitive pay of £13.69 per hour, guaranteed hours, and an array of benefits, fostering personal and professional growth in a caring environment.

Benefits

Guaranteed hours

Paid training & career development

28 days holiday

Quality team support

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Strong English communication skills, both spoken and written.
• Previous experience in a care/support setting is required.
• A valid manual UK driving licence is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines from morning support to bedtime.
• Plan fun, person-centred activities to boost wellbeing.
• Contribute to tailored support plans.
• Build therapeutic relationships with the individual.
• Keep accurate support notes for every detail.

Skills

Strong English communication skills

Experience in care/support setting

Valid manual UK driving licence

Job description

Role Description

Join Our Team as a Male Waking Night Support Worker

Location: Drayton, Abingdon, Oxfordshire

Salary: £13.69 per hour (£26,695.5 per annum) plus benefits

Hours: 10:00 pm to 7:15 am (Monday to Sunday on a shift rota basis. Please note, the shifts may vary due to the needs of the people we support)

Contract: Full-time (37.5 hours per week), Permanent

Driving Requirement: A valid UK manual driving licence is required

Visa Sponsorships: Not Available

What's In It For You?

Guaranteed hours – because your time is valuable

Paid training & career development – grow with us

Supportive team vibes – we’ve got your back

Stream (formerly Wagestream) – access your earnings instantly, stay in control

What You’ll Need

• Strong English communication skills (spoken & written)
• Previous experience in a care/support setting
• A valid manual UK driving licence
• The legal right to live and work in the UK

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting daily routines – from morning support to bedtime
• Planning fun, person-centred activities that boost wellbeing
• Contributing to tailored support plans
• Building therapeutic relationships that truly make a difference
• Keeping accurate support notes – every detail matters

Who You’ll Be Supporting

Big news — we’re expanding! Join us in our new home where you’ll support an individual. You won’t be alone – you’ll be part of a passionate, caring team.

John* – You’ll be supporting John, a vibrant individual with complex needs who is moving into a specially adapted home. John lives in a single‑occupancy home that has been adapted to meet his complex needs.

He loves going out every Friday for KFC, also trips to cafés and going on drives. His dad is a big part of his life, so family involvement is key and often has family visiting him. When he is not out and about enjoying himself, he usually likes to be at home listening to music (especially classical), Disney films, colouring, and outdoor fun like trampolining and swings in the garden. Routine is very important to James.

*Please note, the real name has been changed to protect the individual's identity and confidentiality.

You’ll be making a real impact with a person who has:

• Learning disabilities, including the use of communication tools such as Makaton or PECs
• Working with individuals with autism and/or visual impairments
• Experience with highly challenged behaviour and the application of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) strategies

From January 2026 to end of March 2026, you’ll need to travel to Birmingham (B38 area) during his transition before he moves to Drayton, Abingdon on April 2026. As his new home is being renovated for his person‑centred care and needs, we will pay towards travel during this transition period.

Our Benefits

Your Development & Appreciation

• Annual Excellence Awards – we celebrate your impact
• Long Service Awards – recognition every 5 years
• Development Discussions – your growth matters
• Leadership Development Academy – take your next step

Your Work‑Life Balance

• 28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays), rising to 36 days with long service
• Life events leave – time off when it matters most
• Organisational Sick Pay – 2 weeks after 6 months, up to 12 weeks over 3 years
• Buy or sell annual leave
• Enhanced Family‑Friendly Pay + Paid Fertility Leave
• Carers Leave

Your Money Goes Further

• £500 monthly bonus draw – two lucky winners every month
• Blue Light Card + retail discounts & cashback
• Access to Tickets for Good
• Pay reviews + competitive rates
• Pension scheme with tools to plan your future
• Paid DBS & renewals
• Season ticket loans
• Advance Pay & Savings via Stream (formerly Wagestrame)

Your Wellbeing Counts

• Cycle to Work scheme
• Life assurance – 2x annual salary
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Free eye tests
• Discounted gym membership
• In‑house Wellbeing Coach

Safeguarding and Promoting Welfare

SeeAbility is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. We expect all staff to uphold this commitment and have a strong understanding of their roles and responsibilities in safeguarding.

Safer Recruitment

As part of our safer recruitment procedures, we require the following checks for all successful applicants:

• A criminal background check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (where appropriate).
• Documentary evidence to confirm your identity, current address, and the right to work in the UK.
• Health Declaration to ensure that you are medically suitable for the role you have been offered.
• References will be obtained to ensure satisfactory evidence of conduct in current or previous employment concerning the provision of services relating to (a) health or social care, or (b) children or vulnerable adults. These checks will be carried out and completed prior to offering a date to start employment at SeeAbility's expense.

Diversity

SeeAbility is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all identities, including those from underrepresented groups and those who have a disability or neurodivergent condition. We are pleased to confirm that we are a Disability Confident employer.

We believe a diverse workforce drives innovation, creativity, and success. Everyone's unique experiences and views are appreciated, and their opinions valued. We are happy to offer any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role itself to ensure a fair and equitable experience for all candidates.

In exceptional circumstances, the exempt from the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) which provides for the application of a genuine occupational requirement.