Waking Night Support Worker

Waking Night Support Worker – Thetford – Mencap

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Mencap is looking for dedicated and compassionate Waking Night Support Workers to join our team, providing vital care to individuals during the night shift.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring that the people we support feel safe, comfortable, and respected. You’ll assist with evening routines, respond to any overnight needs, and help maintain a calm and reassuring environment. Your presence will bring peace of mind, whether it’s offering personal care, completing safety checks, or simply being there with a listening ear. Work hours are 10:00 pm to 7:00 am, varying across 7 days a week.

We’re looking for someone who is reliable and caring. Previous experience in care is not required, as we provide full training, but a genuine interest in supporting people is essential. If you enjoy working independently and want to make a real difference, this role may be a good fit.

• 24 days of paid holiday (excluding bank holidays, pro rata)
• Discounts at leading high‑street retailers
• Access to health cash plans
• Interest‑free loans
• Other perks (see linked benefits page)

Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives. We fight for a kinder, fairer, and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in.

At Mencap, everyone works with people with a learning disability either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues. Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere. Everyone is expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organization. Every day we grow and learn. Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Other
• Industries:
  Individual and Family Services
• Location:
  
  East Devon, England, United Kingdom
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