Job Description
Waking Night Support Worker
Pay Rate:
£16.00 per hour
Hours:
24 hours per week
Shifts:
2x Waking Night Shifts per week (Thursday night + 1 other)
8pm – 8am
Location:
Barnsley S70
Be the Difference in Someone’s Day
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 to get involved. If you enjoy board games, electronic games, storytelling and building genuine connections, this could be a brilliant match.
Meet Our Client
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.
About the Role
Providing 2:1 support with daily routines and activities
Personal care and medication support
Encouraging engagement in interests and hobbies
Providing attentive support
Supporting with medication and clinical needs
Supporting with personal care
Offering reassurance, companionship and meaningful engagement
Monitoring safety and wellbeing
About You
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
Knowledge of dissociative seizures – Desirable
Previous Care experience is desirable
Willing to be Playful and learn/play with the client
Friendly, patient, and well organised
Full clean UK driving licence (25+ for insurance purposes) – Desirable
Clear and confident in spoken English, with the ability to communicate effectively with the person being supported and the wider team
Willing to pick up shifts on the day duties should this be required.
Committed to providing safe, respectful, and consistent support
Why Join Us?
Paid training including Safeguarding, hoisting, and more
24/7 support from Regional Care Leads and Nurses
Pension and recognition for long service
Wellbeing support including Blue Light Card and an Employee Assistance Programme
Opportunities for career development
Enhanced pay for
Waking Night Support Worker in London employer: HomeCare Direct
As a Female Support Worker in Nuneaton, you'll be part of a compassionate team dedicated to making a real difference in people's lives. We offer flexible working hours, a supportive work culture that values genuine relationships, and opportunities for personal growth and development. Join us to enjoy a fulfilling career where your contributions are truly appreciated and rewarded.
