Wake Night Support Worker
Posted 5 hours 14 minutes ago by Caretech
WAKING NIGHT SUPPORT WORKER
WHETHER YOU'RE EXPERIENCED OR NEW TO CARE - YOU BELONG HERE.
£12.71 PER HOUR - 40 hours per week
Location - Hythe, Kent - Rural area no direct public transport
At CareTech, our Waking Night Support Workers play a vital role in keeping people safe, supported, and reassured through the night. If you're calm, reliable, and looking for meaningful night work, this role makes a real difference.
About the Role
As a Waking Night Support Worker at CareTech, you'll support adults with learning disabilities, mental health needs, and challenging behaviour during overnight hours. You'll ensure individuals feel safe and comfortable, respond to their needs, and maintain a calm, supportive environment.
Your responsibilities will include: Providing overnight support and reassurance
Supporting personal care and comfort as required
Monitoring wellbeing and responding appropriately to incidents
Maintaining accurate records and handovers
Promoting dignity, safety, and safeguarding at all times
Working independently while being part of a wider team
The role can be quiet at times and busy at others - but your presence is essential.
New to Care or Experienced? We've Got You.
If you're new to care, we provide full training, shadow shifts, and ongoing support to help you succeed in a night role.
If you're experienced, we offer progression, development, and a professional environment that values your skills and judgement.
Why Join CareTech?
Full training and continuous professional development
Support to achieve Level 3 Health and Social Care qualifications
Clear career progression and internal promotion opportunities
Strong focus on safeguarding, quality, and wellbeing
Supportive management and team structure
Meaningful work that truly matters
Who We're Looking For
Reliable, calm, and compassionate individuals
Experienced support workers or those new to care
People comfortable working waking night shifts
Ability to stay alert, work independently, and follow procedures
Strong communication skills and commitment to safeguarding
If you're looking for night work with purpose, and want to be part of an organisation that values what you do, join CareTech as a Waking Night Support Worker.
About CareTech
Established in 1993, CareTech Community Services operates over 250 services nationwide, supporting people with autism, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, and complex needs. We are committed to delivering the highest standards of care and creating opportunities for independence.
All applicants will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS checks.CareTech is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader.Some roles may require male or female applicants only, in line with the Equality Act 2010.