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Waking Night Support Worker
East Sussex County Council
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Source date: 11/9/2026
About this role
Job Description Are you interested in people and can support someone who needs help to live their best lives? If so, we have the job for you! We are a new Supported Living service in Hailsham & Battle and want dedicated people to join us. We are looking for x6 Waking Night Support Workers, with hours varying from 10-35 hours. Your role will involve working alongside adults with a learning disability to help them to realise their potential, live life to the full, build independent skills and live their best life. The role is varied, no two days will be the same. Waking Night Support Worker hours are 21:45pm - 07:45am. Worried that you don’t have the right skills? Our aim is to build a team where your uniqueness will enhance the service people receive. Whether you have previous experience in the field or you are new to working with people with a learning disability, your life skills, great attitude and desire to support people to lead fulfilling lives is why we want to hear from you. We are passionate about our staff, which is why we’ll do everything we can to help you to develop both personally and professionally through your time with us. We are looking for candidates who: Ability to provide support in a person-centred way, demonstrating respect, kindness and sensitivity at all times with all aspects of their care needs Can communicate both verbally and in written form with the individuals we support, and other professionals/ families involved in their care Able to work in a team and independently, using their initiative and know when to seek further guidance from others Able to meet the travel requirements for the post Please download the Job Description and Person Specification for more information. To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above to answer 5 questions for your application. We will be using your answers to the questions to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page and our statement on the use of AI. Interviews will take place in person at CSS office at Linden Court in Eastbourne, dates will be confirmed once the shortlisting has taken place. Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details. Never before has our work been so important to the people that rely on us being there. Come and join us and make a difference. Change your world and theirs. In addition to a highly competitive salary, we provide a thorough induction and on-going support along with excellent training opportunities to help you reach your career goals. Vocational Training through Apprenticeships is now available to our staff, ranging from entry level to degree level qualifications. You can talk to the hiring manager and the apprenticeship team about what qualifications would be relevant to you and this job role, and if it is possible to support you in apprenticeship training. We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page. Please note that this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. For an informal discussion about this opportunity, contact Kayleigh Curd, Service Manager, by email, Kayleigh.curd@eastsussex.gov.uk to request a MS teams call or phone call. “I've worked with the council for over 10 years, and I stay here because I find it really rewarding. I know that I’m making a difference.” - Joe, Information Analyst. This role is eligible for the ESCC Refer a Friend scheme. If you have been recommended to apply for this role by a friend who is currently an ESCC employee, you may both be eligible for an incentive payment. Please visit the refer a friend page for more information. For a team that supports you, choose East Sussex! Additional Information This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record. Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad. Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only. If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above. Job Info Job Identification 4746 Job Category Social Work and Care - Adults Posting Date 11/09/2026 Apply Before 01/04/2027 Locations The Meads, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 1EU, GB Battle, East Sussex, United Kingdom Cregg Na Ba (On-site) Enable Applications Yes Working Hours 10 - 35 hrs Salary £26,016 - £26,427 per annum pro rata Salary From 26,016 Salary To 26,427 Working Pattern Full Time or Part Time Contract Type Permanent Contract