Floating Support Worker - Waking Nights
| Posting date: | 18 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £14.44 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 August 2025 |
| Location: | Frome, BA11 1AB |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Discovery |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | DS04453 |
Summary
Peripatetic Support Worker - Waking Nights
Flexible | Travel Required | Driver Essential
Are you a compassionate, adaptable, and reliable support worker looking for a new challenge? We are currently recruiting a Peripatetic Support Worker (Awake Night Shifts) to work across multiple homes, providing high-quality support to individuals with diverse needs.
About the Role:
As a peripatetic worker, you'll play a vital role in maintaining continuity of care across several residential settings. You'll be covering awake night shifts, ensuring the safety, comfort, and wellbeing of individuals during overnight hours.
This is a mobile role - ideal for someone who is confident working in new environments, has a broad skill set, and can easily adapt to different teams and service user needs.
What We're Looking For:
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Experience in care/support work (preferably including night shifts)
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A flexible, positive attitude and willingness to travel
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A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
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Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
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Ability to adapt quickly and work independently
You Will:
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Ensure a safe and supportive environment overnight
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Assist with personal care, medication prompts, and emotional reassurance
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Follow support plans and respond to individual needs
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Maintain accurate records and handovers
We Offer:
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Competitive hourly rates + mileage allowance- £14.44
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Ongoing training and support
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Flexible scheduling
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Opportunities to work across a variety of services and gain broad experience
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A role where no two nights are the same!