Waking Night Support Worker
Location: Cheltenham
Rate: £12.36 per hour
Permanent | Full-time | 37.5 hours per week (rota-based)
Please note: We are unable to consider Skilled Worker or Student Visa applicants for this role or offer Sponsorship
‘Extraordinary Days, Every Day’
At CareTech, we are committed to delivering Extraordinary Days, Every Day through high-quality, person-centred care. Our focus is on empowering independence, building confidence and life skills, and supporting people to live fulfilling lives in environments that best suit their needs.
We are recruiting for Support Workers to join our services in Cheltenham supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. Whether you’re new to care or experienced, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career - any truly make a difference!
About the Service – Bouncer Lane
Bouncers Lane is a small, friendly supported living service with a strong focus on independence, routine, and meaningful activities. Due to open in the next month, we are looking for kind, energetic and down-to-earth Support Workers to join us from the very start.
This service will support three adults with autism and epilepsy, who can at times display challenging behaviour. They are active, sociable people who love getting out and about and being part of their local community.
Service User Interests
The people we support enjoy a wide range of activities, and Support Workers play a vital role in enabling these experiences, including:
Swimming
Skittles and leisure activities
Going out shopping
Spending time in the communityThe best part. Everything is within walking distance, so this is a really hands-on, active role — not one where you’re stuck indoors all day.
Support is provided 24 hours a day, including day shifts and waking night shifts.
The Role
You will:
As a Support Worker, you’ll be: Building positive, trusting relationships
Supporting people with daily living and personal goals
Encouraging independence and choice
Supporting individuals to access activities they enjoy
Working in line with Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
Supporting with health needs and medication (full training provided)This is a role where you really get to know the people you support and see the difference you make every day.
Deliver person-centred support in line with individual support plans
Assist with daily living skills and personal care where required
Promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing
Support activities, appointments, and community access
Maintain accurate records and work effectively as part of a team
Work on a rota Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking people who are caring, patient, and respectful, with a positive and resilient approach. You should be confident working independently and within a team, have good communication skills, basic IT and written abilities, and be flexible and reliable.
If you have the passion, we’ll provide full training and a structured induction programme.
Requirements
Ability to work waking nights
Experience of supporting adults with Autism, Learning Disabilities and Complex Needs
Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech)
Good communication and written skills
Ability to keep calm under pressure
Confidence to work alone and also be part of a team (family)
Experience with autism, epilepsy or challenging behaviour is great, but not essential — attitude matters more than experienceWhat We Offer
Recommend A Friend Bonus
Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays
Free DBS Check
Blue Light Card
Stakeholder Pension
Free Employee Assistance Programme
Annual Employee Awards Evening
Employee Recognition Schemes
Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level
CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grantOur Values
Friendly
Positive
Innovative
Empowering
Person-CentredApply today to