Waking Night Support Worker

• Provide overnight supervision, care and emotional support to children and young people
• Respond to needs during the night, including when a young person is unwell, upset or unable to sleep
• Remain alert to safeguarding concerns and follow reporting procedures
• Support personal care and hygiene routines where required
• Keep accurate records and complete admin tasks during quieter periods
• Carry out household tasks such as cleaning, laundry and preparing the home for the next day
• Communicate clearly during handovers with day staff and management
• Remain vigilant and responsive to incidents or needs throughout the night

• Experience working in residential childcare, a children’s home or a similar care setting is helpful, but not essential
• Confidence working independently overnight (lone working)
• Calm, reliable and highly observant, with a caring approach
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices, or willingness to learn
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it)
• Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)

A full UK driving licence is desirable, but not essential

• Life insurance (death in service) – 4x basic annual salary
• Health cash plan (Health Shield) (after probation/eligibility applies)
• Training and development – induction and mandatory training, plus CPD, therapeutic support and further qualifications
• Free holiday accommodation – company holiday home on south coast
• Discounts – Blue Light Card + local partner discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – free, confidential 24/7 support helpline
• Referral bonus scheme – financial incentives for successful referrals (criteria apply)
• Company pension with award winning provider and enhanced employer contributions
• Company sick pay scheme (after 6 months’ service)
• Electric car scheme + Cycle to Work – salary sacrifice options
• Recognition – Employee of the Month + long service awards
• Discounted driving lessons with local instructor