Night Support Worker

MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT WORKER – NIGHT SHIFTS

We are looking for an experienced and compassionate Support Worker to join our team and provide support to a gentleman with mental health needs within his own home.

This is a rewarding role for someone who is confident, patient and understands the importance of providing person-centred support while promoting independence, dignity and emotional wellbeing.

About the role

You will provide support during night shifts, helping to ensure the individual feels safe, supported and comfortable throughout the night.

Duties may include:

• Providing person-centred support throughout the night
• Supporting with mental health and emotional wellbeing
• Recognising changes in presentation, mood or behaviour
• Providing reassurance and appropriate emotional support
• Maintaining a safe and supportive environment
• Completing accurate and timely support notes and documentation
• Following individual support plans, risk assessments and agreed procedures
• Responding appropriately to any concerns or changes in the individual's wellbeing
• Promoting independence, dignity and choice at all times
• Working effectively with the wider management and support team

Essential requirements

Previous experience working with individuals with mental health needs is essential.

You must:

• Have proven experience within a mental health support role
• Be compassionate, patient and understanding
• Be confident working independently during night shifts
• Have good communication and interpersonal skills
• Be able to recognise and respond appropriately to changes in mental health
• Be reliable and committed to providing consistent support
• Have a good understanding of person-centred care
• Be able to complete clear and accurate documentation
• Be willing to undertake all mandatory training required for the role

What we are looking for

We are looking for someone who genuinely wants to make a positive difference to someone's life. The successful candidate will be calm, professional and able to build a trusting relationship while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.

This position is specifically for 2 night shifts per week, so applicants must be able to commit to regular night work.

If you have experience supporting people with mental health needs and are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to join our team.

Pay: From £12.71 per hour

Work Location: In person