Waking Night Support Worker

Royal Mencap Society; Hoddesdon; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization in Hoddesdon is seeking a Waking Night Support Worker to join their dedicated team. In this role, you'll ensure individuals feel safe and respected while assisting with evening routines. No previous experience in care is necessary, as full training is provided, but a genuine interest in supporting people is essential. Benefits include 24 days of paid holiday, discounts, and health cash plans. Join us to create a brighter future for those with learning disabilities!

Benefits

24 days of paid holiday (pro-rata)

Discounts at leading high-street retailers

Access to health cash plans

Interest-free loans

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for supporting others.
• Reliable with a caring attitude.
• Willingness to undertake training.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the people supported feel safe and comfortable.
• Assist with evening routines and respond to overnight needs.
• Help maintain a calm and reassuring environment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to build meaningful relationships

Flexibility to work various shifts

Empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities

Job description

Department:

Personal Support

Position:

Paid

Town/City:

Salary Details:

£24,418 per annum, pro-rata + Excellent Benefits.

37.5

Advertising End Date:

16 Feb 2026

Internal Advertising End Date:

16 Feb 2026

Vacancy Type:

Permanent

Job Advert

We are looking to recruit passionate Waking Night Support Workers to join our dedicated team of Support Workers in theHoddesdon, Hertfordshire area.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring that the people we support feel safe, comfortable, and respected. You’ll assist with evening routines, respond to any overnight needs, and help maintain a calm and reassuring environment. Your presence will bring peace of mind, whether it's offering personal care, completing safety checks, or simply being there with a listening ear.

We’re looking for someone who is reliable and caring. You don’t need previous experience in care, as we provide full training, but a genuine interest in supporting people is essential. If you’re the type of person who enjoys working independently and wants to make a real difference, this could be the perfect role for you.

Working at Mencap means being part of something bigger. You'll be joining a passionate team and a well-respected charity that believes in equality, inclusion, and supporting people to live the lives they choose. In return, we offer a meaningful career with full training, ongoing development, and a supportive environment where your work is genuinely valued.

What we're looking for:

• A genuine passion for supporting others.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.

*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

Important information for applicants: please note, this position is not suitable for anyone who is looking to obtain sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa or currently holds a Skilled Worker Visa and is looking to switch sponsorship to a new employer. This role does not meet the minimum salary threshold required to be sponsored as set by the UKVI.

Here at Mencap, we offer an impressive range of benefits designed to support and reward our employees to ensure that our teams feel valued and appreciated. Our benefits package offers 24 days of paid holiday (excluding bank holidays, pro rata), along with a range of perks such as discounts at leading high-street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest-free loans, and many more exciting offerings. For more details on what we have to offer, please see the attached document and below link with all the fantastic benefits available to you as a member of our team!

Join us at Mencap and be part of a team that believes in equality, diversity, and inclusion. Together, we can create a brighter future for individuals with learning disabilities and empower them to break down any barriers they may face.

Mencap vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with learning disabilities.

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career that truly makes a difference,apply now!

£24,418 per annum, pro-rata + Excellent Benefits.

£24,418 per annum, pro-rata + Excellent Benefits.

£24,418 per annum, pro-rata + Excellent Benefits.

£24,418 per annum, pro-rata + Excellent Benefits.