Night Support Worker

Night Support Worker

Location: North Chailey

Salary: £23,389 - £24,229 per annum pro rata + night enhancements

Night rate enhancements currently include:

• Friday: % (£17.03-£17.65/hour)
• Saturday: % (£20.44-£21.18/hour)
• Sunday: % (£17.03-£17.65/hour)
• Plus double time on bank holidays

Vacancy Type: Permanent

Hours: 33 hours per week (Full Time)

The Role

• Supporting children and young adults during overnight routines - settling, repositioning, hygiene, and early morning transitions
• Delivering safe, person-centred care with dignity and respect
• Using specialist equipment like hoists, beds and mobility aids (full training provided)
• Helping with medication, feeding (including gastrostomy), and personal care
• Monitoring wellbeing throughout the night and recording notes
• Being a reliable, compassionate part of a committed team

Shift patterns & enhancements

They offer flexibility where they can, with a core 33-hour week made up of a mix of:

• Full Night: 8:30pm - 7:30am
• Twilight: 8:30pm - 2:00am
• Sunrise: 2:00am - 7:30am

Skills and Qualifications

• A caring, compassionate approach with the ability to stay calm and focused overnight
• Respect for individuality and a positive approach to disability and diversity
• Confidence in working with children and young adults - or a willingness to learn
• GCSE-level English and Maths (or equivalent)
• Willingness to undertake training, including Health & Social Care Level 3
• Availability to work a rota including weekends and public holidays

Bonus if you also have:

• Experience supporting people with disabilities or complex health needs
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to drive Foundation vehicles

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Enhanced Annual Leave - 25-30 days (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service
• Healthcare Cash Plan & Wellbeing Support
• Enhanced Pension Scheme & Death In Service Benefit
• Enhanced maternity, adoption, and paternity leave
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Retail and leisure discounts
• Free onsite parking, café, and kitchen facilities
• Fully Funded level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading.
• Plus, they cover the cost of all DBS checks and renewals.

To Apply

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