Waking Night Support Worker: Safe, Compassionate Care

Dimensions Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with overtime uplift

30 days annual leave

Career progression

Learn to Drive scheme

Salary advance scheme

Life Assurance and Company Pension

Industry leading training

Enhanced DBS paid for by us

Job summary

Dimensions is hiring a Waking Night Support Worker in Newcastle, offering a full-time role with a 37.5-hour week. The position involves providing compassionate night-time support to four individuals with learning disabilities and autism, including personal care and maintaining a safe environment.

You will work nights (10pm–8am) on a rota, with training provided for positive behaviour support and DBS checks. The role emphasizes dignity, respect, and teamwork within a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• Empathy and compassion for people
• Ability to stay calm and reassuring
• Comfortable using technology to maintain accurate records

Responsibilities

• Carry out keeping safe checks to ensure security and comfort.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic living space.
• Record information using IT systems from support plans to logs.
• Create a therapeutic, reassuring atmosphere during the night.
• Support people to enjoy evenings or nights in meaningful ways.
• Provide personal care when needed with dignity and respect.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Teamwork

Tech literacy

Personal care

Tools

IT systems

Job description

Dimensions is hiring a Waking Night Support Worker in Newcastle, offering a full-time role with a 37.5-hour week. The position involves providing compassionate night-time support to four individuals with learning disabilities and autism, including personal care and maintaining a safe environment.

You will work nights (10pm–8am) on a rota, with training provided for positive behaviour support and DBS checks. The role emphasizes dignity, respect, and teamwork within a supportive setting.