Job Description

Are you compassionate, vigilant, and dedicated to protecting the wellbeing of vulnerable individuals? We are looking for

Waking Watch Healthcare Support Workers

to join our team in providing overnight support to young adults (16-25) with complex health needs, learning disabilities, and other healthcare requirements in a residential setting.

This role is vital in maintaining safety, monitoring clinical needs, and ensuring a calm and supportive environment through the night.

Key Responsibilities:

Active Overnight Monitoring:

Conduct regular wellbeing and safety checks throughout the night, maintaining a visible and supportive presence.

Health Observation:

Monitor for signs of medical distress, mental health escalation, or changes in condition, escalating to clinical or emergency services when necessary.

Incident Management:

Respond promptly and appropriately to medical, behavioural, or safeguarding incidents using established procedures and risk management plans.

Medication Awareness:

Ensure proper protocols are followed regarding any overnight medication administration or health-related interventions (in line with support plans and training).

Environmental & Fire Safety:

Perform security and fire safety checks, ensuring a safe environment is maintained for all residents.

Record Keeping:

Accurately document observations, incidents, and overnight activities in line with CQC and safeguarding standards.

Professional Liaison:

Provide clear, comprehensive handovers to day staff and report concerns to healthcare professionals as required.
About You:

Experience:

Previous experience in healthcare, supported living, or residential care is highly desirable, especially involving vulnerable or high-risk individuals.

Skills:

Strong observational, interpersonal, and de-escalation skills with a calm, confident approach to managing complex behaviours and clinical risk.

Availability:

Ability to work

waking night shifts

(e.g. 8pm-8am) on a rota basis, including weekends and public holidays. 4 on 4 off.

Training:

Familiarity with safeguarding, basic life support, and health & safety practices. Medication awareness training is beneficial (training can be provided).

Values:

Committed to person-centred care, dignity, and professional standards at all times.
What We Offer:

Competitive hourly rate with paid training and opportunities for overtime Structured induction and access to healthcare-related qualifications Clear career development and progression within a growing care organisation Funded DBS check, uniform, and professional development resources Company pension scheme, and long-service rewards Supportive team culture with regular supervision and clinical input
Join us in making a difference during the hours when care is most critical.

Apply now

to start your journey as a Waking Watch Healthcare Support Worker -- and be a calm, confident presence through the night.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to 27,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount
Schedule:

Night shift
Education:

Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)
Experience:

Nursing / Healthcare: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person