Waking Night Support Worker — Calm, Compassionate Care

Sense Scotland; Blantyre; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Sense Scotland Blantyre Short Breaks is hiring a Waking Night Support Worker to help adults with complex needs overnight. The 35-hour role focuses on safety, comfort, and person-centred care, ensuring a calm, reassuring night for people we support.

You will join a dedicated team, receive comprehensive training, and work a rolling rota with approx. 14 shifts every four weeks, including regular weekend work in a warm, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for caring for others.
• Ability to communicate effectively and use initiative.
• Strong work ethic and organised to support routines.
• Patience and understanding.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular health and wellbeing checks to ensure well-being.
• Supporting individuals with evening and morning routines.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
• Accurately updating support plans, incident logs, and health & safety records.
• Providing personal care, meal preparation, and medication administration.
• Creating a therapeutic, reassuring atmosphere to enhance well-being.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organised

Prioritisation

Patience

Empathy

Job description

Sense Scotland Blantyre Short Breaks is hiring a Waking Night Support Worker to help adults with complex needs overnight. The 35-hour role focuses on safety, comfort, and person-centred care, ensuring a calm, reassuring night for people we support.

You will join a dedicated team, receive comprehensive training, and work a rolling rota with approx. 14 shifts every four weeks, including regular weekend work in a warm, supportive environment.