Salary: £27,716 – £29,848 (per annum)
6-35 hours per week. Three roles available. Night shifts across a 7-day rota (including weekends and bank holidays)
About the Role
As a Night Detox Support Worker, you will be responsible for maintaining a safe, calm, and supportive environment overnight, supporting individuals who may be experiencing withdrawal symptoms, anxiety, or disrupted sleep.
You’ll carry out regular checks, respond to concerns, and ensure that everyone in the service feels safe and supported throughout the night.
This role requires someone who can work independently, stay calm under pressure, and provide consistent, compassionate care.
What You’ll Be Doing
Provide safe, consistent overnight support
- Carry out regular welfare checks and observations
- Monitor individuals experiencing withdrawal and respond appropriately
- Escalate concerns to on-call or clinical staff where required
Create a calm and supportive environment
- Maintain a quiet, structured setting that supports rest and recovery
- Offer reassurance and emotional support during times of distress or discomfort
Respond to risk and maintain safety
- Manage overnight incidents and safeguarding concerns
- Respond to alarms, emergencies, or health and safety risks
- Ensure a zero-tolerance approach to substance use within the service
Support smooth service delivery
- Complete accurate records, reports, and handovers
- Support late or unplanned admissions where needed
- Maintain the safety and security of the building overnight
Be part of a values-led team
- Uphold Recovery Connections values, policies, and CQC standards
- Maintain professional boundaries and promote dignity and respect
- Participate in training, supervision, and team development
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is calm, compassionate, and resilient, with a genuine belief in recovery.
Knowledge & Values
- Understanding of substance use, recovery, and social exclusion
- Knowledge of recovery approaches such as 12-step and SMART Recovery
- A strong commitment to equality, dignity, and inclusion
Experience
- Experience supporting individuals in recovery or similar settings
- Experience of lone working and managing risk
- Experience in residential or detox environments (desirable)
Skills & Attributes
- Ability to stay calm and make decisions under pressure
- Strong communication and observation skills
- Empathetic, non-judgemental, and supportive approach
- Ability to work independently while staying connected to the wider team
Qualifications
- NVQ Level 2 (or above) in Health & Social Care (or willingness to complete — fully funded)
Why Join Recovery Connections?
You’ll be joining a supportive, values-driven organisation where your role truly matters.
- Be part of a peer-led recovery community
- Make a meaningful difference every day
- Access training and development opportunities
- Work in a supportive and inclusive team environment
Additional Information
- Enhanced DBS check required
- Flexibility required to meet the needs of a 24-hour service
Join Us
If you’re passionate about supporting people through recovery — even in the quietest hours — we’d love to hear from you.
An application form must be completed to apply for this role. Please head over to our website to download a form https://recoveryconnections.org.uk/job/night-detox-support/
Pay: £24,740.00-£27,830.00 per year
Work Location: In person
