Waking Night Support WorkerNHS

Job summary

Package Description: **Please note: This post is restricted to female applicants only as a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. This is because the role involves providing personal care to women, where it is necessary to preserve their dignity and privacy.* Are you ready to make a real difference in someones life? Were looking for caring and reliable Female Waking Night Support Worker to join a small, dedicated team supporting a young adult with complex needs in their own home. Youll be providing 1:1 support to help them live safely, happily, and with as much independence as possible, both at home and out in the community. About the person youll be supporting: They are a friendly and sociable person who enjoys being around familiar people, sensory activities, going for walks, spending time outdoors, and exploring the local area.They thrive on routine and feel safest when supported by people who understand them well. Communication is non-verbal, using body lang

Main duties of the job

The Waking Night Support Worker role at Enable involves providing overnight care to a young adult with complex needs in Sturminster Newton. The role is exclusively for female applicants as per the Equality Act 2010 requirements. The responsibilities include 1:1 support, ensuring the individual's safety and independence both at home and in the community, and maintaining well-being through routine and consistent care. The working hours range from 3pm-10pm for day shifts and 10pm-9:30am for waking night shifts. Flexibility in shift timings is possible. The support worker will perform comprehensive personal care, food preparation, and follow detailed care plans. Although experience with learning disabilities is beneficial, it is not mandatory because comprehensive training is provided.

Job description

Package Description: **Please note: This post is restricted to female applicants only as a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. This is because the role involves providing personal care to women, where it is necessary to preserve their dignity and privacy.*Are you ready to make a real difference in someones life?

Were looking for caring and reliable Female Waking Night Support Worker to join a small, dedicated team supporting a young adult with complex needs in their own home. Youll be providing 1:1 support to help them live safely, happily, and with as much independence as possible, both at home and out in the community.

About the person youll be supporting:

They are a friendly and sociable person who enjoys being around familiar people, sensory activities, going for walks, spending time outdoors, and exploring the local area.They thrive on routine and feel safest when supported by people who understand them well. Communication is non-verbal, using body language and sounds, so being observant and taking the time to get to know them is essential. They are happiest when life is predictable and when their support team work together to keep them safe, comfortable, and engaged.

Where youll be working:

• Sturminster Newton
• Day shifts - 3pm-10pm
• Waking night shifts - 10pm - 9.30am
• Shift times can be adjusted based on applicant availability

Please note:This role involves full personal care, meal preparation, and following detailed routines.

What youll get with Agincare:

• £13.50 per hour
• Refer a friend bonus earn up to £1,000*
• Career development opportunities
• Fully funded training and apprenticeships
• Blue Light Card (discounts in shops and restaurants)
• Company pension
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 advice and wellbeing support)

What we need from you:

• A calm, patient, and observant approach
• A reassuring presence who can build trust over time
• Ability to follow clear routines and care plans in detail
• Experience supporting people with learning disabilities is desirable but not essential full training provided
• Willingness to work in partnership with family and colleagues to ensure consistency
• For day shifts, a full clear driving license is desirable but not essential

What your role will include:

• Supporting with all aspects of daily living, including personal care, dressing, and toileting
• Preparing safe, nutritious meals in line with dietary needs
• Support out in the community
• Providing reassurance, structure, and positive engagement throughout the day or night
• Monitoring safety and wellbeing
• Recording daily notes accurately and reporting any concerns promptly

About Agincare:

Were a family-run business thats been caring and supporting people since 1986. With over 4,500 team members, were one of the UKs largest care providers and are continuing to grow. We have over 100 locations across England including care & nursing homes, home care branches, extra care schemes, supported living properties, and live-in offices.Agincare are signatories of the Care Leaver Covenant and are committed to supporting care leavers to live independently. We are proud to be able to offer a guaranteed interview to care leavers, or an informal conversation about our career opportunities.All of our care services are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Equal opportunities are important to us at Agincare and we welcome applications from all."

All of our care services are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Equal opportunities are important to us at Agincare and we welcome applications from all.

*Subject to terms and conditions

About us

Agincare, a family-owned and operated entity since 1986, is one of the UK's most prominent care providers with an extensive team exceeding 4,500 members. It operates over 100 facilities across England, encompassing care and nursing homes, home care branches, supported living properties, extra care schemes, and live-in centers. The company is a Care Leaver Covenant signatory, showcasing its commitment to assisting care leavers in achieving independent living, offering guaranteed interviews, or career-related discussions to them. Agincare diligently complies with the Care Quality Commissions (CQC) standards and actively promotes equal opportunities, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds to join their workforce.