Prospero Teaching are seeking a reliable and compassionate Night‑Time Child Officer to support a nurturing residential or educational setting in Chelmsford, starting ASAP. This role is ideal for someone experienced in childcare, safeguarding, or pastoral support who is confident working independently during night hours and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children overnight.
The setting is looking for a calm, attentive practitioner with strong communication skills, excellent vigilance, and a genuine commitment to supporting young people.
📌 CONTRACT DETAILS
Location - Chelmsford
Position - Night‑Time Child Officer
Type of work - Overnight childcare & safeguarding supervision
Start date - ASAP
Duration - Ongoing / Long‑term
Full time/part‑time - Full time
Minimum rate of pay - £115-£150 per day (depending on experience)
Hours - Night shifts (exact hours vary by setting)
📚 EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare qualification (or equivalent)
Experience working with children in a school, residential, or childcare environment
Understanding of safeguarding, supervision, and overnight care routines
Up‑to‑date Safeguarding training (desirable)
Ability to remain alert, calm, and responsive during night hours
✔️ TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
Hold Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one
Provide two professional child‑related references
💼 OTHER INFORMATION
If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with an up‑to‑date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching.
🎓 WHAT PROSPERO TEACHING CAN OFFER YOU
Free, accredited CPD courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
Access to an in‑house Training & Development Team
Refer a Friend Scheme - earn £150 when you refer a suitable candidate
Salary description
£115.00 - £150.00 per day