Waking Night Support Worker

We’re looking for a reliable, calm and proactive Waking Night Support Worker to join our team in Trowbridge (BA14). You will support three gentlemen aged 30s‑60s with mild learning disabilities and epilepsy. This is a weekend‑only waking night role, where your support plays a vital part in ensuring people feel safe, comfortable and reassured throughout the night.

Who the gentlemen are

• They are sociable and active and enjoy getting out into the community and socialising.
• They like visiting friends and exploring new places.
• They relax with food, TV and shared downtime.
• They have fun, laugh and build strong relationships with staff.

Key responsibilities (Waking Nights)

• Remain awake and alert throughout the shift, providing essential overnight support.
• Carry out regular safety and wellbeing checks.
• Support personal care needs when required.
• Administer medication in line with training.
• Provide reassurance and maintain a calm environment.
• Respond to any needs or changes overnight.
• Complete accurate records and handovers for day staff.

Shift patterns

• Saturday: 10:00 pm – 7:00 am
• Sunday: 10:00 pm – 7:00 am

What we’re looking for

• Calm, patient and dependable
• Comfortable working independently overnight
• Observant and responsive to individual needs
• A strong communicator and team player
• Organised and confident with documentation
• A confident manual driver with business insurance

Benefits

• A competitive pay rate
• A consistent weekend working pattern
• 30 days’ paid annual leave (including public holidays – pro rata)
• Opportunities for career progression
• Salary advance scheme – access up to 50% earned pay before payday
• High Street discounts (shopping, dining, entertainment, gyms)
• Life Assurance and Company Pension
• Industry-leading training
• Enhanced DBS paid for by us (the cost will be incurred by Dimensions)

Equal Opportunities / Diversity

• We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK and value diversity in our workforce.
• If a driving licence is required for this role you will need to produce a copy at the onboarding stage.
• As Disability Confident Leaders, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
• We can offer support to complete your application – please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 0300 303 9150.
• We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all recruitment communications.

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