Female Waking Night Support Worker in Ipswich inIpswich PUBLISHED THU 6 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section

Make a real difference overnight as a Female Waking Night Support Worker with Mencap in Needham Market (Ipswich). This permanent role pays £12.21 per hour and is available full-time (37.5 hrs) or part-time with flexible hours. You’ll work waking nights (22:00–07:00) supporting adults with learning disabilities — assisting with daily routines, offering emotional support, building meaningful relationships and keeping people safe and comfortable through the night. Rotas are prepared at least four weeks in advance to help you plan your life; shifts can include evenings, weekends and bank holidays. The role requires an enhanced DBS check and suitable references, but Mencap welcomes applicants with the right values and will provide training to help you succeed.

Mencap offers a strong benefits package designed to support carers, including 24 days paid holiday (pro rata), high-street discounts, health cash plans and interest-free loans, alongside development and belonging networks for women and carers. The organisation is inclusive and actively encourages applications from under‑represented groups. If you’re a compassionate woman who values empathy, clear communication and consistency, click the “Apply Now” button alongside this advert to apply — you can also find this vacancy on jobsincare.com.