Waking Night Support Worker

We are looking for a Part Time Waking Night Support Worker to join our supportive team in Muscliff, where you'll play a vital role in creating a safe, calm and reassuring environment throughout the night.

Our ideal candidate will have a strong background in health and social care, ideally with experience supporting people with autism or complex needs.

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The role

As a Waking Night Support Worker, you will be responsible for remaining alert and attentive throughout the night to ensure the safety, comfort and wellbeing of the people we support.

Your role will include administering medication where required, completing accurate documentation at regular intervals throughout the shift and following individual support plans to provide person-centred care.

You will be expected to recognise and respond appropriately to changes in behaviour, adapting your approach to ensure each person feels comfortable, happy and supported. The role may also involve providing elements of personal care, including personal hygiene prompts, supporting individuals with bathing and washing, and assisting with medication as required.

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​Please note: Autism Unlimited does not provide visa sponsorship.​

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Hours of work: 20 hours per week - 10pm – 8am

Week 1 - Thursday, Saturday and Sunday

Week 2 – Thursday

Please note, these shifts are subject to change depending on the needs of the service.

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Why join us?

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Apply now:

If this role interests you, we’d love to hear from you! To apply it couldn’t be simpler - just ‘apply’ to complete the application process. Or If you have any questions, please call the Talent Team on (phone number removed). ​​

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Start Date: November 2026

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Our commitment:​

We welcome applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. We ​will ​ensure ​that ​all our recruitment and ​selection ​practices ​reflect this. Anyone with any form of disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in order to participate in the job application or interview process. As part of our commitment to providing reasonable adjustments, please let us know if you require support to complete your application.

​Autism Unlimited is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. Any vacancy we have will be filled based on qualifications and best fit without any reference to race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law. ​All successful candidates ​will ​be​ subject to disclosure and barring checks along with other relevant employment checks