Night Support Worker

Job Title: Waking Night Support Worker
Hours: 43.75 hours per week
Shift Pattern: 3 nights on, 4 nights off

Location: Bournemouth 
Salary: £23,358 - £25,981
Contract Type: Temp to Perm

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Waking Night Support Worker to join our team. This role requires you to remain awake and alert throughout the shift, providing active support to individuals and ensuring their safety, comfort, and wellbeing at all times during the night.

Working a consistent pattern of 3 nights on and 4 nights off, you will play a vital role in maintaining a calm, safe, and responsive environment.

• Provide active, person-centred support throughout the night

• Remain awake and vigilant for the full duration of each shift

• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all service users

• Carry out regular checks and respond promptly to any needs or emergencies

• Support with personal care where required

• Maintain accurate records and complete reports

• Promote independence, dignity, and respect at all times

• Caring, reliable, and patient with a positive attitude

• Ability to work independently and stay alert during night shifts

• Good communication and observational skills

• Previous experience in a support or care role is desirable but not essential

• Willingness to undertake training and development

• Competitive pay rates

• Structured shift pattern (3 on, 4 off) for a healthy work-life balance

• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

• Supportive team environment

• Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

If you are passionate about making a difference and want to build a rewarding career in care, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now by submitting your CV and a short cover statement.

The successful Night Support Worker will have :

Level 3 or equivalent relevant subject

• SEN experience in Schools or Colleges
• Experience working shifts and through the night
• A broad experience with personal care and learning support work
• Experience working/supporting 16 - 19 year olds 

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression Channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply*

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.