Waking Night Support Worker (Retford)

Autismo East Midlands; Retford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in autism support is seeking a Waking Night Support Worker in Retford. This role involves ensuring the welfare of residents, providing personal care, and performing domestic duties during the night. Comprehensive training is available for candidates with the right attitude, even if they lack experience.

Benefits

Extensive induction training

Fully paid Care Certificate

Free DBS Check

Supportive work environment

Refer a friend scheme

Access to Blue Light Card scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience not necessary; training is provided.
• Attitude aligning with company values is essential.
• Experience in social care or relevant fields is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the welfare and security of service users at night.
• Assist in personal care, medication administration, and managing anxieties.
• Perform laundry, cleaning, and preparation of breakfast.

Skills

Experience with autism

Caregiving

Communication

Job description

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Retford, United Kingdom

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

A vacancy has arisen for a permanent Waking Night Support Worker to be based within our residential services for autistic adults in Retford.

Experience in working with people with autism or learning disabilities would be an advantage.

The Waking Night Support Worker will be responsible for the welfare and security of the service users and building through the night. The successful applicant will need to liaise with care staff and contact the on-call manager during the night should the necessity occur.

There will also be a responsibility for laundry work, general caretaking duties, cleaning and domestic duties. The night officer will also have a responsibility to assist in the preparation of breakfast.

You’ll find this is a rewarding job, which promises variety as no two days are ever the same. You will be positively supporting people by providing holistic support including personal care, medication administration, integration into the local community and managing their anxieties, which they may communicate through distressing behaviour.

No experience is necessary, so don't worry if you don't think you know enough about how to support adults with autism. Full training is given. We are looking for someone who has the right attitude, who shares our values and who we can work with to develop their skills.

If you have experience as a support worker, care assistant, nursery assistant, or personal care assistant or have worked in the NHS, health care or in social care, this position will be suited to you too.

Our support is 24/7. The working pattern is on a rolling rota and includes a variety of shifts - early, lates, sleep-ins, weekends, bank holidays and flexible shift patterns.

Please be aware, we are unable to accept applications from candidates who have restricted hours, and we are unable offer sponsorships.

What we offer:

• Extensive induction with autism specialist training
• Fully paid for Care Certificate, which is essential for those wanting to pursue a career in health and social care
• Free initial DBS Check
• Friendly and supportive work environment
• Refer a friend scheme worth £
• Access to the Blue Light Card scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

We reserve the right to close the advert once sufficient applications have been received, therefore, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Either way don’t forget to tell us if you are applying under the Disability Confident scheme.

Autism East Midlands is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. If you’re a successful applicant you will need an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check, we will meet any initial costs.