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Waking Night Worker
Phoenix Futures
Full time
On site: Alford
£26,298
37.5 hours per week
Closing 28 June 2026
Advertised from 4 June 2026

Role

We are seeking an exceptional individual to be part of our team at our Care Inspectorate registered residential rehabilitation service in West Aberdeenshire. You'll be supported by a charitable organisation with extensive experience in launching and managing top-tier registered care services.

Aligned with our vision of empowering individuals impacted by substance use and associated needs, we're collaborating with national and local partners to deliver safe and effective residential care services. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring that every individual we support receives the highest quality of care and guidance.

Your role in our therapeutic community will be key. You will organise and facilitate the evening running of the Therapeutic Community programme at Rae House Residential Service. You will co-ordinate the users of our service tasks and activities. You will provide waking night cover, ensuring that risk is monitored and minimised. You will organise and facilitate the residents in preparing for the daily programme and activities. You will monitor and administer medication to users of our service.

Previous experience is desirable, however not essential. Night Care Workers come from many different backgrounds and experiences, and you may have the skills required. We are seeking dedicated individuals, based on your values, willingness to learn new skills and the compassion to deliver the best service possible to our residents

This is a full time role 37.5 hours, spilt across 3 shifts on a rolling rota, including weekends

About You

To join us as a Night Care Worker at Rae House, you will need:

  • An understanding of the complex issues presented by individuals within drug and alcohol recovery.  
  • An understanding of working with families, and individuals in the substance use sector or related field.
  • The ability to be innovative and be flexible in order to meet the needs of the service. 
  • Be able to work effectively with multi-agencies, whilst maintaining the excellent reputation of the service. 
  • Knowledge of adult protection is essential as you will be working with vulnerable adults in a residential setting.

The Service

Our state-of-the-art facility will offer 27 beds for individuals seeking transformative recovery journeys. With a focus on nature and the environment, and with 1.2 acres of land on site, our Recovery through Nature projects will provide a holistic approach to healing. Plus, staff amenities such as onsite bedrooms and a brand-new gym ensure a supportive and enriching work environment.

About Phoenix Futures

Join a legacy of over 50 years in providing rehabilitation services. At Phoenix Futures, we're committed to rebuilding capacity in the residential rehab sector across England and Scotland. Your dedication will contribute to our mission of delivering hope and transformation to individuals and families affected by addiction.

Your Rewards

  • 25 days (pro-rata) annual leave plus Bank Holidays
  • Benefits including season ticket loan, pension scheme and life assurance
  • Support through occupational sick pay, eye-care vouchers and regular wellbeing talks and activities
  • Continuous training and career development via PXL, our dedicated learning management system
  • Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance programme including telephone and online access
  • A rewarding role with the opportunity to help us support people on their journey to recovery and change their lives for the better.
  • We’ll ensure you get all the support you need to thrive and succeed in your role and find your place amongst our incredible and collaborative team
  • You will be paid £26,298 per annum.

Application notes

For further information and to apply, please visit our website.

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