Waking Night Support Worker

Barnsley, United Kingdom | Posted on 07/10/2026

Day and Night shift positions available

• 36 hours per week
  - Night Shifts
• 24 hours per week
  - Days Shifts

3x Waking Night Shifts per week (Thursday night + 1 other)

8pm – 8am

8am - 8pm

Barnsley S70

We are looking for a compassionate, proactive and engaging Personal Assistant (PA) or Health Care Assistant (HCA) to join a dedicated team supporting a young person with complex care and behavioural needs in Barnsley.

This role would suit someone who is naturally warm, interactive and happy toget involved.

If you enjoy board games, electronic games, storytelling and building genuine connections, this could be a brilliant match.

You will be supporting a young man who enjoys regular interaction,games and engaging activities. They are looking for a proactive, friendly and energetic Support Worker with a playful and bubbly personality who can provide companionship and keep them engaged through activities such as board games,electronic games and reading. The individual has Worster-Drought Syndrome,hypothyroidism, complex epilepsy, Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, a Vagus Nerve Stimulator (VNS), scoliosis, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD and Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA).

The ideal candidate will be patient,adaptable and confident in supporting someone with complex health and behavioural needs while promoting a fun, positive and engaging environment.

• Providing2:1 support with daily routines and activities
• Personal care and medication support
• Encouraging engagement in interests and hobbies
• Supporting with medication and clinical needs
• Supporting with personal care
• Offering reassurance, companionship and meaningful engagement
• Monitoring safety and wellbeing

• Eligibility to Work in the UK:
  You must be eligible to work in the UK.Home Care Direct does not offer sponsorship or work visas
• Knowledge of Epilepsy is essential
• Experience and Knowledge of Behaviours with Restraint/Breakaway – Essential
• Previous Care experience is desirable
• Willingto Be Playful and learn/play with the client
• Friendly,patient, and well organised
• Fullclean UK driving licence(25+ for insurance purposes) – Desirable
• Clearand confident in spoken English, with the ability to communicate effectively with the person being supported and the wider team
• Willingto pick up shifts on the day duties should this be required.
• Committed to providing safe, respectful, and consistent support

• Paid training including Safeguarding, hoisting, and more
• 24/7support from Regional Care Leads and Nurses
• Pension and recognition for long service
• Wellbeingsupport including Blue Light Card and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunities for career development
• Enhanced pay for Bank Holidays

Every shift you work makes a genuine difference. You will be supported, valued, and part of a team that recognises your contribution.