Mental Health Waking Night Support Worker, Young People
Fixby, Huddersfield
£28,808.78 - £29,709.68 per annum dependent on experience
Part Time 27.5 hours per week - this is non negotiable and cannot be reduced.
Essential requirements of a Waking Night Support Worker
* Flexibility – Your role will involve working night shifts including weekends and bank holiday
* Must be able to attend training throughout employment which will be held on weekdays
* Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
* Basic IT skills – role will involve some computer work, completing forms, using an online care system, and writing emails
* Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
* Ability to maintain a professional working boundary
* Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations
Desirable Criteria of a Waking Night Support Worker
* NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Care
* Full UK Manual Driving Licence – Not Automatic
* Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs
Company Benefits
* Minimum 30 days holiday
* An additional day off each year for your birthday
* Enhanced company sick pay
* Enhanced company pension
* Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
* Paid time off for fertility treatment
* Life Assurance (2 x annual salary)
* Healthcare CashPlan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits including discounted gym memberships, online shopping discounts.
* Employee Assistance Programme/24-hour Counselling Service.
* Free eye tests and various other benefits.
* Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care and support with completion of the Care Certificate)
* Paid Training, Induction and DBS check.
* Long service awards.
* Social events including a Christmas party.
* Blue Light Card to access further shopping discounts
* Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral)
* Free onsite parking.
Responsibilities
Your role will involve working with young people to promote independence through support with education, household tasks and general life skills. You will also update online care records and complete medication administration. Additionally, you will be responsible for the general upkeep and tidiness of the home, ensuring the young people live in a homely environment.
In addition, you will support this transition by helping young people self-administer medication, return to education, and access public transport and appointments independently.
Previous care experience is not essential and full training will be provided. You will receive ongoing support and mentoring from our friendly residential and clinical team.
This advert closes on Tuesday 26 May 2026.
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