Advance Housing and Support
Waking Nights Support Worker
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Waking Night Support Worker
Location: Camborne, Tremayne, Cornwall
Hours: 18 contracted hours per week (Mon–Sun, including weekends & holidays)
Salary: £14,488.43 per annum (£15.44 per hour)
Job ref: 5120
We regret to inform you that Advance is unable to accept any sponsorship requirements.
About The Role
Are you caring, energetic and passionate about making a difference? If the idea of a fast-paced, rewarding career supporting people with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs or mental health conditions excites you—and you don’t mind no two days being the same—then we want to hear from you.
At Advance, we’re looking for Waking Night Support Workers in Camborne to empower individuals to live fulfilling lives with the right support. We offer flexible working, competitive pay, and full training/support to launch or advance your career in Social Care.
A clean UK driving licence is helpful but not essential.
Key Duties Include:
- Assisting with personal care and hygiene (if required)
- Ensuring premises security and safety during night shifts
- Supporting with meal times and food preparation (if required)
- Administering medication (if required)
- Encouraging independent living skills
- Updating care plans and maintaining accurate records
- Conducting regular safety checks on supported individuals
- Performing domestic duties, such as cleaning and laundry
- Staying up to date with continuous training
Progressing your career with Advance: Many Support Workers have advanced to managerial roles or transitioned into other areas of our organisation. With genuine opportunities for growth, flexible schedules, and personalized development, a fulfilling long-term career is within reach.
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About The Candidate
Experience in care or support work isn’t required—what matters most is your compassion for and dedication to people with autism, learning disabilities, or complex needs.
To excel in this role, you should be able to:
- Work independently and collaboratively
- Communicate effectively and clearly
- Maintain detailed and accurate Support Worker records
- Be available to work weekends and night shifts (10pm–7am)
- Possess or develop experience in Positive Behaviour Support (desirable)
- Follow support plans and risk assessments
- Achieve the mandatory Care Certificate
- Achieve English literacy and numeracy standards
- Demonstrate a genuine willingness to learn and adapt
About The Organisation
Advance is a national, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to transforming lives by delivering high-quality housing and support for people with disabilities or mental health conditions. Our mission is to help individuals live independently, achieve personal goals, and feel valued and heard.
We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to PRIDE (our core values: **Purpose, Respect, Integrity, Dignity, Empowerment) and fostering an environment where everyone’s contributions are celebrated. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what we do.
Induction & Commitment to Learning:
All new staff undergo an induction covering our values, expectations, and commitments to safeguarding and diversity. We provide genuine opportunities for professional development and backing for career progression.
Key Benefits
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Flexibility & Support:
✅ Flexible hours tailored to you and our customers ✅ Paid mileage and travel time between appointments
Training & Development:
🎓 Sector-specific training included as part of induction 📚 Ongoing professional development opportunities 💼 Access to Perks at Work, offering discounts on movies, shopping, and more
Rewards & Recognition:
💰 Long-service awards given in 5-year increments 🤝 Golden Hello/Refer a Friend reward: up to £500 🏃♂️ Employee Assistance Programme for work-life balance support
Working Conditions:
🔒 Enhanced DBS check fully covered by Advance 🏠 Pension scheme with matched contributions (beyond statutory minimum requirements for eligible staff) 🧱 Regulated by the Regulator of Social Housing and the Care Quality Commission
Safeguarding Commitments
At Advance, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. Our Executive Director of Support, Ryan Brummitt, overseen safeguarding efforts, ensuring concerns are addressed quickly, sensitively, and professionally.
📩 Questions or concerns? Email Ryan at Ryan.Brummitt@advanceuk.org
Equal Opportunities & Inclusivity
We firmly believe in the power of diversity. Advance is a Disability Confident Leader, and we encourage applications from everyone who shares our values and commitment to making a positive difference.
Advance Housing & Support Ltd reserves the right to close the role once sufficient applications are received.
Need More Details?
For further information on this position, contact: Oonagh McDonagh 📞 07841 817846 ✉️ oonagh.mcdonagh@advanceuk.org Available: Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm.
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