Night Support Worker - Positive Behaviour

About The Mayfield Trust We are a charity based in Calderdale who provide support for people with a learning disability; our mission is to help people live life to the full. We have a wide range of services including supported living, an LD nursing home, outreach, community based day opportunities and a thriving activity centre.

Job Summary We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Intensive Night Support Worker specialising in positive behaviour management. In this role, you will work closely with individuals who may experience emotional distress or have diverse communication and support needs, playing a key role in achieving person-centred and positive outcomes.

You will recognise behaviour as a form of communication and apply Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and trauma-informed approaches to provide effective support. The role requires strong emotional and psychological resilience, enabling you to remain calm and respond appropriately during difficult or emotionally charged situations.

The successful candidate will work overnight shifts in a supported living setting, ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and dignity of the people living there. Experience in working in a positive behaviour setting is essential.

This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals while working within a supportive team. Hours Full time, 30hrs per week. 10-hour waking night shifts on a Rota basis, covering a 24-hour support service across 7 days a week.

Benefits Paid training and access to a wide variety of vocational learning and development opportunities. Funded Blue Light Card which gives access to over 15,000 discounts both online and in-store. Supportive, values-led culture.

Opportunity to develop your career in social care. 28 days full time equivalent holidays each year, including bank holidays. Key Responsibilities Build trusting relationships with the people you support, respecting their choices, dignity, and i...

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