Night Support Worker - Weymouth

Whether you’re experienced or new to care, we’re looking for caring and committed individuals to help us deliver high-quality support and bring our values to life. 

Our offer to you 

Location: Weymouth 

Hours:  up to 37.5 hours per week 

Pay: starting at £13.29 and increasing to £13.61 after passing probation and obtaining a care certificate. 

Contract type: Permanent  

Benefits and Perks 

Birthday Leave – Enjoy an extra day off to celebrate your special day, either on or around your birthday 

Pension- Pension scheme with the People’s Pension 

Training- Ongoing refresher training, knowledge and opportunities to develop your career within the care sector 

Perks – Take advantage of fantastic benefits including the Blue Light Card, TAP app, Concerts for Carers, and our Reward Panda Scheme. Plus, your annual leave increases with your length of service. 

Wellbeing Support – Access free and confidential support through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), offering resources for your mental health and overall wellbeing. 

Refer a Friend Scheme - Both new starters and existing employees can earn a £250 bonus for successfully referring new team members. 
 

Key Responsibilities: 

Ensure Night-Time Safety and Support 
Remain awake and alert throughout the shift to provide consistent supervision and respond promptly to the needs of people, ensuring their safety and comfort. 

Conduct Health, Safety, and Welfare Checks 
Carry out all required night-time checks, complete records accurately on the Nourish system, and ensure a safe, clean, and calm environment. 

Follow Safeguarding and Confidentiality Procedures 
Maintain high standards of confidentiality and report any safeguarding concerns or potential risks to senior staff promptly. 

Contribute to Domestic Tasks and Record-Keeping 
Undertake light cleaning, laundry, and kitchen duties as per the night cleaning rota, and ensure accurate documentation of care activities and observations. 

About You: 

Compassionate and Reliable 
You have a kind and calm nature, with a genuine desire to support others and make a positive difference in their lives. 

Willing to Learn and Develop 
You are open to training and continuous improvement, with a willingness to complete the Care Certificate and engage in ongoing learning. 

Good Communication Skills 
You can communicate clearly and sensitively with people we support, colleagues, and families, both verbally and in writing. 

Able to Work Independently and as Part of a Team 
You are proactive, dependable, and able to manage tasks independently while contributing positively to team efforts. 

Flexible and Resilient 
You can adapt to different situations during night shifts, manage priorities in a calm manner, and respond effectively to unexpected challenges. 

At Encompass Care, we live by our values. These are more than simply words... they are the principles that guide everything we do;  

Honesty

Integrity 

Kindness 

Inclusivity 

Dignity 

We will celebrate success, acknowledge limitations, and constantly strive to learn. 

Why work with Us?  

At Encompass Care we are proud to be known for delivering exceptional care and creating meaningful opportunities for adults with learning disabilities to thrive. Our commitment to staff development, strong values, and dedication to excellence make us a truly rewarding place to work. 

How to Apply: 

Apply now via our website www.encompasscare.org.uk