Calm Night Residential Care Worker for Children

Paragon Social Care Limited; Rookhope; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training and development

Career progression

Job summary

Paragon Social Care Limited is seeking a dedicated Waking Night Children's Residential Support Worker in Crook, County Durham. This full-time role focuses on ensuring safety, stability and emotional security for children and young people during nighttime hours, following individual care plans and safeguarding protocols.

You will work with the care team to maintain a calm, welcoming home and support young people to regulate emotions, build confidence and develop positive relationships.

Qualifications

• A calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• An understanding of professional boundaries.
• Good written record-keeping skills.
• The ability to work independently during waking night shifts.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a wider team.
• A proactive, flexible and genuinely child-centred approach.
• A willingness to learn and develop your skills.
• Full UK driving licence – desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
• Creating and maintaining a safe, stable and nurturing residential environment.
• Carrying out regular welfare checks in line with care plans and risk assessments.
• Responding appropriately to incidents, safeguarding concerns and emergencies.
• Providing emotional support, reassurance and positive role modelling.
• Encouraging positive behaviour through consistent boundaries and relationship-based care.
• Building positive and trusting relationships with young people.
• Maintaining accurate daily records, reports and handovers.
• Completing security and fire safety checks to ensure the home remains safe.
• Completing light household duties to maintain a clean, comfortable and welcoming environment.
• Supporting morning routines where required.
• Communicating effectively with colleagues, managers and external professionals.
• Following safeguarding procedures, Children's Homes Regulations and organisational policies.
• Contributing to the ongoing development and positive outcomes of each young person.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Patience

Communication skills

Independent work

Teamwork

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

Paragon Social Care Limited is seeking a dedicated Waking Night Children's Residential Support Worker in Crook, County Durham. This full-time role focuses on ensuring safety, stability and emotional security for children and young people during nighttime hours, following individual care plans and safeguarding protocols.

You will work with the care team to maintain a calm, welcoming home and support young people to regulate emotions, build confidence and develop positive relationships.