Support Worker – Waking Night

Support Worker – Waking Night, Lisburn Area

Salary: £12.70

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Job Location: N. Ireland – Maghaberry Village

Closing Date: 28th February 2026

We are seeking a Full‑Time Waking Night Support Worker to join our team. You will work alongside people who use our services, supporting them in a range of activities, including developing independence in daily living, accessing work/education and leisure activities. This role is subject to an enhanced Access NI check.

Our Values:
Autism-Focused, Respect, Excellence, Empowerment, Collaboration, Commitment to Change and Rights-based.

• Support staff and individuals during the Waking Night shift (8.30 pm – 8 am) to maintain safety and well‑being.
• Assist with daily living activities and promote independence.
• Encourage participation in work, education and leisure programmes.
• Monitor and report any changes in condition or behaviour.
• Work flexibly on a rota basis, including unsocial hours and weekends.

• Experience working with people with autism or similar needs (preferred).
• Full UK driving licence for a manual vehicle for at least one year.
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Enhanced company sick pay, maternity pay and paid annual leave.
• Access NI paid and NISCC fee covered after two years.
• Generous holiday entitlements and incremental increases.
• Employee assistance programme and Medicash health scheme.
• Cycle to Work scheme, Wagestr eam and monthly staff cash prize draw.
• Professional development opportunities and line management support.

Autism Initiatives are an Equal Opportunities employer. We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in employment and service delivery. If any applicant requires reasonable adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please contact a member of the HR team.

Registered Charity No: XR72211, NIC 104641.