We are recruiting for a Waking Night Support Worker to join our caring team at our residential home in Crewkerne. You will play a vital role in ensuring the safety, comfort and wellbeing of our residents during night hours, providing essential support when they need it.

Previous care experience is not essential - maybe you have been inspired by looking after someone close to you or fancy a career changing into something that makes a real difference.

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

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The role

In Adult Services, our mission is to empower the people we support to live as independently as possible and to watch them truly thrive. Every individual we work with has their own unique way of communicating, from using PECS boards and Sign-a-long to expressing themselves through familiar phrases. If you've never used Sign-a-long before, there's no need to worry—full training and ongoing support are provided.

At the core of our approach is a commitment to fostering independence and creating an environment where people feel understood, encouraged, and valued. Our team is relaxed, empathetic, and dedicated to helping each person reach their personal goals at a pace that feels right for them.

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Hours of work:

​30 hours per week including one weekend day

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​​​A waking night Support Workers job would include:

* Staying alert throughout the shift

* Administering any necessary medication

* Completing documentation at regular periods throughout shift

* Following the support plan in place for each person we support, to enable the person to feel comfortable and happy, adapting this as required based on change in behaviour

* Providing some elements of personal care from personal hygiene prompts, helping to bath and wash, medication