Waking Nights support worker, Kirkby-in-Ashfield

Supporting people when it matters most.

We have an exciting opportunity for two Waking Night Support Workers to join our team in Kirkby‑in‑Ashfield, supporting adults with a learning disability across two neighbouring properties.

This role is ideal for someone who is caring, reliable, and committed to making a real difference during the night, when reassurance and consistency are essential.

About the Role

As a Waking Night Support Worker, you’ll provide attentive and compassionate support throughout the night to ensure individuals feel safe, comfortable, and supported.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing personal care where required
• Regular checks to support health, safety, and wellbeing
• Completing laundry tasks
• Carrying out light cleaning duties during the night
• Offering reassurance and emotional support

While this can be a challenging role, it is also incredibly rewarding, knowing the vital support you provide helps people live safely and confidently.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting adults with a learning disability
• Is patient, reliable, and compassionate
• Can work independently during night shifts while remaining attentive and proactive
• Is committed to delivering high‑quality, person‑centred support

You don’t need previous experience — your values and attitude matter most.

If you’re looking for a night role with purpose, where your support truly matters, we’d love to hear from you.

💙 Apply today and start a rewarding career supporting people with a learning disability.

Why Work for Mencap?

• Choose shifts that suit your lifestyle
• Annual leave entitlement based on hours worked
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A supportive and inclusive workplace where your contribution truly matters

Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives — and our colleagues make that vision a reality.

Belonging at Mencap

At Mencap, belonging is for everyone — every day, everywhere.

We are an equitable, diverse and inclusive organisation, and we particularly welcome applications from:

• Disabled people
• People from Black and Asian communities

These groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.

We also have inclusive Belonging Network Groups, open to all colleagues, including networks for:

• Black and Asian colleagues
• LGBTQIA+ colleagues
• Disabled colleagues and those with long-term health conditions
• Women, parents, carers, and allies