Wellbeing Support Practitioner; waking nights

Job Title: Wellbeing Support Practitioner (waking nights)
Service: Short Breaks Service
Salary: Up to £29,047.20 per annum
Location: Southwick
Position Type: Full-time, working up to 42 hours per week (24 hours guaranteed)
Working Pattern: Night shifts (19:45–08:00) on a 4 nights one week / 3 nights the following week rotation, including alternate weekends
Expected

Start Date:

Mid-February 2026

We are now expanding our services with the opening of our brand-new Short Breaks Service in Southwick
, offering essential short breaks and support for individuals and families across the community. This is an exciting opportunity to join an expanding team from the very beginning, helping to shape a new service that will make a genuine difference.

We’re seeking compassionate, reliable Wellbeing Support Practitioners to work waking nights to join our Southwick Short Breaks team. You will play a key role in providing safe, respectful, and person‑centred support to individuals with a range of needs throughout the night.

You’ll ensure the comfort and wellbeing of each person, assist with bedtime and morning routines, provide emotional reassurance, carry out checks, and handle any personal care or health needs as required. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a calm, supportive overnight environment and takes pride in providing consistent, high‑quality care.

• Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday
• Hours: 19:45 – 08:00

• Person‑Centred Support: Deliver compassionate, tailored care that respects each individual’s preferences and routines.
• Night‑Time Monitoring: Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all service users through regular checks and prompt responses to any needs during the night.
• Personal Care: Provide sensitive and dignified personal care where required.
• Medication Administration: Administer prescribed medication following Cura Care UK’s policies and procedures.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate overnight records and handover notes for daytime teams.
• Environment Management: Ensure the environment remains safe, clean, and calm throughout the shift.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with colleagues to ensure continuity of care and effective communication across shifts.
• Experience in a care or support setting, ideally with adults with learning disabilities, autism, or mental health conditions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, patient, and calm under pressure
• Ability to work independently and use initiative during quiet periods
• Knowledge of safeguarding and health & safety principles
• Basic understanding of personal care routines and medication administration
• A valid UK driver’s licence and access to a vehicle
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or working towards)
• First Aid certification
• Experience supporting individuals with complex needs overnight

• Up to £29,047.20 per annum
• Guaranteed 24 hours per week minimum (full‑time up to 42 hours)
• Paid induction training and paid e‑learning
• 33 days annual leave (FTE), including bank holidays
• £250 refer a friend scheme for a FTE employee
• Employer contributes fee towards long‑term sick salary protection scheme. Subject to terms and conditions.
• 2 years anniversary – An additional FTE 1 day holiday. Then an additional FTE 1 day holiday every three years, up to a maximum of 5 additional days
• Bluelight card Access to the Company Shop and many other industry discounts
• Supportive and values‑driven team environment
• Comprehensive training and career development opportunities
• Health and wellbeing benefits
• Clear pathways for career progression

At Cura Care UK, we believe that great care starts with great people. If you’re passionate about supporting others and want to be part of an exciting new service in Southwick that’s dedicated to providing essential short breaks to our community —
apply now and join us on this journey.