Waking Nights Support Worker - Primrose Lodge
Waking Night Support Worker – Primrose Lodge (Addiction Recovery)
Location: Guildford
Hours: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM | Average 43.75 hours per week
Working pattern: Week 1 – 3 nights, Week 2 – 4 nights (rolling rota)
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? Do you thrive during the night and want to be part of a dedicated team supporting individuals on their journey to recovery?
Primrose Lodge, part of the UK Addiction Treatment Group (UKAT), is seeking a compassionate and reliable Waking Night Support Worker to join our team in Guildford. This is a vital role that helps provide stability, safety, and emotional support to our residents during overnight hours.
Our Core Values:
At the heart of everything we do are our four core values:
- Understanding – listening, empathising, and responding to individual needs.
- Kindness – treating everyone with dignity, respect, and compassion.
- Accountability – taking responsibility for our actions and maintaining high standards.
- Teamwork – working collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for our clients.
What you’ll do:
- Provide a reassuring presence and emotional support to clients overnight
- Conduct regular wellbeing checks and respond to client needs promptly
- Complete detailed handovers and maintain accurate records and logs
- Carry out security and health & safety checks throughout the night
- Work closely with the day team to ensure continuity of care
Working Hours:
- 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
- Rolling rota: 3 nights one week, 4 nights the following week
- Average of 43.75 hours per week
What we’re looking for:
- Experience working in a support or care setting is desirable but not essential – we provide full training
- Someone calm, empathetic, and resilient, especially in crisis situations
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A commitment to promoting dignity, respect, and recovery
The benefits of being a Waking Night Support Worker in the team:
- Supportive PDP
- Training and development opportunities
- Company pension scheme
- On-site parking
- Blue Light Card- discounts at thousands of retailers
- Long Service Recognition – We recognise and reward your continued commitment to UKAT, with long-service awards at 5, 10 and 20 years.
Why join UKAT?
- Make a real impact in a supportive, purpose-driven organisation
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
- Opportunities for progression within the wider UKAT group
- Employee wellbeing initiatives and support
If you’re ready to bring comfort, care, and safety to those in recovery – when they need it most, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and help change lives overnight.