This nurturing, therapeutic environment is designed to help young people feel safe, build independence, and achieve positive outcomes through a holistic and person-centred approach. The setting provides tailored support to meet a range of needs, including those requiring overnight care, reassurance, and structure.
As a Waking Night Support Worker, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and comfort of young people throughout the night, providing consistent support and maintaining a calm, secure environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide attentive overnight supervision and support for young people aged 8–18
* Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all young people throughout the night
* Carry out regular checks and respond calmly to any needs or incidents
* Support young people who may wake during the night, offering reassurance and guidance
* Maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing environment
* Accurately record incidents, observations, and safeguarding concerns
* Work in line with PACE principles (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy)
* Implement Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and trauma-informed approaches
* Collaborate with the wider team through detailed handovers
Requirements
Essential:
* Full UK driving licence and access to transport
* Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH and/or ASD
* A calm, patient, and resilient approach
* Ability to work waking night shifts on a rota basis
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities
Desirable:
* Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
* Knowledge of PACE, PBS, or trauma-informed care
* Experience in residential childcare or specialist settings
Important Information
* Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
* Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this position.
Shift Pattern
* Full-time hours (40–48 hours per week)
* 12-hour waking night shifts
* Typical shift: 9:30pm – 9:30am
Qualification Pathway
Candidates without a Level 3 qualification will be enrolled onto the qualification following successful completion of a 6-month probation period.
Benefits
* Full-time hours
* Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
* Opportunity to gain a Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification
* Supportive therapeutic and multidisciplinary team
* Structured career progression opportunities
* Meaningful and rewarding role supporting vulnerable young people
If you are passionate about supporting children and young people with SEMH and ASD needs and are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference, we would love to hear from you
Salary description
£28080.00 - £33696.00 per year