Support Worker - Part Time, Waking Nights

Pay rate: £14.00 per hour flat rate (Weekly or Monthly pay available)
Shift pattern: Waking Nights 19:00pm - 7:00am - Monday and Thursday Night - You must not have restricted hours as the vacancy is for 24 hours per week.

We’re looking for calm, compassionate support workers to join a caring team in Hull, supporting a bright and gentle young person who experiences the world in their own unique way.

They live at home with a loving family and benefit from patient, respectful support with the impact of a brain injury and physical and learning disabilities. They enjoy sensory-rich and calming experiences such as time in sensory rooms, listening to soft music, colouring, swimming with support, and spending time outdoors on sunny days. Family life is very important to them and brings comfort, joy, and connection.

What You’ll Do

• Provide 2:1 person‑centred support within the family home.
• Assist with all personal care needs, including incontinence care and maintaining comfort throughout the day.
• Carry out hoist transfers safely and confidently as part of daily routines.
• Manage PEG feeding and follow all care plans for nutrition and medication.
• Support with wheelchair positioning, mobility needs, and safe handling.
• Engage in meaningful activities, such as listening to stories, painting together, crafts, sensory play, and exploring musical instruments.
• Create a calm, reassuring environment that supports emotional wellbeing and reduces anxiety.
• Communicate using non‑verbal cues, showing patience, understanding, and consistency.
• Work collaboratively with the family and wider care team to ensure high‑quality, continuous support.

What You’ll Need to Bring

• A kind, patient, and reliable approach, with a genuine passion for supporting someone with complex needs.
• Experience or confidence working with individuals with Cerebral Palsy, epilepsy, learning disabilities, or similar care needs.
• Moving & Handling knowledge, including hoist use (training can be provided if needed).
• Understanding of PEG feeding procedures or willingness to be trained.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a 2:1 support team.
• A commitment to safeguarding, dignity, and person‑centred care.
• Willingness to engage in creative, sensory, and musical activities.
• Reliability, professionalism, and respect for the family home environment.

What we offer

• Westfield Rewards – exclusive discounts with 1,000+ big-name retailers, restaurants and travel brands
• Westfield Health Cash Plan – including 24/7 GP access and cashback on health costs
• Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support for wellbeing, finances and relationships
• Blue Light Card – discounts and free event tickets
• acuity academy – training, qualifications and continuous professional development
• Career progression within the organisation
• Refer a Friend bonus – earn up to £500

Who we are

acuity care delivers specialist support across Brain Injury, Spinal Injury, Learning Disability & Autism, and Mental Health Services. Every package of care is individually designed around the person, their goals, and their life. Our teams are passionate about delivering person‑centred care and empowering the people we support to access new experiences, learn new skills, and live as independently as possible.

What happens next?

If this sounds like the right role for you, please apply by sending us your CV through the job link.
If you meet the requirements, one of our Specialist Recruitment Partners will be in touch to arrange an interview.

acuity care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals. All roles are subject to Enhanced DBS checks and referencing.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.