Waking Nights Female Support Worker

Medical Update Online; Sevenoaks; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early Pay

DBS paid

Annual leave

Training & progression

Pension with life assurance

Blue Light Card

Recommend a Friend £500

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Avenues in Sevenoaks is seeking compassionate Female Support Workers to join our waking night team, supporting adults with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, epilepsy, and end-of-life care in a residential service. Located a short walk from Sevenoaks railway station, the night shift runs 22:00–07:00 and requires a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle for travel to shifts.

We offer funded training, DBS, pension, annual leave pro rata and clear progression

Qualifications

• Must be compassionate, reliable and eager to learn.
• Full training will be provided with funded Health and Social Care qualifications.
• Willingness to travel to shifts with access to own transport.

Responsibilities

• Provide reassurance and support throughout the night.
• Carry out wellbeing and safety checks per individual plans.
• Assist with personal care in a respectful, dignified manner when required.
• Respond calmly to overnight needs or emergencies.
• Record accurately and handover to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain a safe, clean and comfortable home environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver high-quality, person-centred support.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Willing to learn

Job description

£25,845 per annum (pro rata) Full-time - 39 hours per week

Waking Night Shifts: 10:00pm - 7:00am

A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential for this role to travel to and from shifts.

Make a Difference Every Night

Looking for a career where every shift has a real impact? At Avenues, you'll support people to live the life they choose while building a rewarding career of your own.

Whether you're already working in social care or looking for a meaningful career change, we'll provide all the training and support you need to succeed.

At Avenues, people smile, laugh, grow and achieve together. We know that when our colleagues feel supported, valued and empowered, they help the people we support live happy, fulfilling lives.

About the Role

We're looking for caring and committed Female Support Workers to join our waking night team in Sevenoaks, supporting adults with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, epilepsy, communication needs and those receiving end-of-life care within a residential service.

Located just a five-minute walk from Sevenoaks railway station, the service provides person-centred support in a safe and welcoming environment. During the night, you'll play a vital role in ensuring people feel safe, comfortable and well supported, responding to individual needs while promoting dignity and independence.

What You'll Be Doing

• Providing reassurance and support throughout the night
• Completing regular wellbeing and safety checks in line with individual support plans
• Supporting with personal care in a respectful and dignified manner where required
• Responding calmly and appropriately to any overnight needs or emergencies
• Completing accurate records and handovers to ensure continuity of care
• Helping maintain a safe, clean and comfortable home environment
• Working closely with colleagues to provide high-quality, person-centred support

No Experience? No Problem.

If you're compassionate, reliable and eager to learn, we'd love to hear from you.

We'll provide award-winning, fully funded training, including recognised Health and Social Care qualifications, giving you everything you need to build a rewarding long-term career with Avenues.

Why Join Avenues?

Alongside a rewarding role, you'll enjoy a fantastic benefits package, including:

• Early Pay - access part of your earned wages before payday
• Fully paid Enhanced DBS
• Paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Award-winning training and genuine career progression opportunities
• Contributory pension scheme with life assurance
• Blue Light Card and Benefits discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment and more
• Recommend a Friend scheme - earn up to £500
• 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including confidential counselling services

A Workplace Where Everyone Belongs

At Avenues, we're proud to be an inclusive employer where everyone is valued, respected and supported to thrive. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can succeed.

As a Disability Confident employer, applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're looking for a rewarding waking night role where you can make a genuine difference every shift, we'd love to hear from you.

There is a genuine occupational requirement for the holder of this post to be female in accordance with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.