Waking Nights Support Worker (Recovery) Recovery Lighthouse

WAKING NIGHT SUPPORT WORKER (RECOVERY)
Recovery Lighthouse – Worthing
£12.21 per hour
Shifts: 19:00 – 07:30 | Average 43.75 hours per week | 3 nights one week, 4 the next

Are you someone who naturally brings calm, compassion, and reassurance to others, especially in the quiet of the night? Join us at Recovery Lighthouse, Worthing, where you can make a real difference in people’s lives as they take powerful steps toward recovery from addiction.

At UKAT, the UK’s leading drug and alcohol rehab provider, we believe recovery is a journey and no one should walk it alone. As a Waking Night Support Worker, you’ll be a constant, caring presence during the night, helping our clients feel safe, supported, and heard. Whether it's offering a listening ear, helping someone through a restless night, or ensuring medication is administered correctly you’ll be a vital part of someone’s healing process.

What You’ll Gain:

• A supportive team and structured Personal Development Plan
• Ongoing training & professional development opportunities
• Employee of the Month vouchers (up to £175!)
• 24/7 access to a wellbeing and BUPA counselling
• Regular employee appreciation days – we see and value your efforts

Our Core Values:

At the heart of everything we do, our core values are:

• Understanding - listening, empathising, and responding to individual needs.
• Kindness - treating everyone with dignity, respect, and compassion.
• Accountability - taking responsobility for our actions and maintainig high standards.
• Teamwork - working collaboratively to achieve the nest outcomes for our clients.

Your Nightly Role in Recovery:

• Offer guidance and support throughout the night, promoting safety and comfort
• Help clients maintain their recovery goals and uphold community rules
• Assist with medication prompts and accurate record-keeping
• Ensure clients are prepared for the day ahead, from early starts to important appointments
• Support risk assessments and liaise with the day team to ensure continuity of care
• Monitor and record any significant events or concerns through the night
• Be a friendly, calm, and empathetic point of contact when it’s needed most

What We’re Looking For:

• Excellent time management and communication skills
• Confident working independently and as part of a team
• Calm under pressure, especially during challenging situations
• A natural listener with a compassionate, non-judgemental approach
• Competent with IT tasks (Google, Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Experience in support, care, or recovery settings is desirable – but heart and attitude are just as important

Our Recruitment Process:

1. You'll have a short call with one of our friendly talent acquisition specialist
2. If successful, you’ll be invited to an on-site interview at Recovery Lighthouse
3. We are Disability Confident, and our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible

Be the steady presence someone needs to get through the night, and help change lives, one shift at a time.

Apply today and be part of a team that cares deeply about recovery, dignity, and hope.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer, committed to making our recruitment process inclusive and accessible to all.