Children's Nights Support Worker

Compassionate Care Group Ltd; Salford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS check

Career development

Care Certificate funded

Employee assistance program

Referral bonus

Pension scheme

Social events

Job summary

Compassionate Care is recruiting a Supported Living/Children’s home night shift Care Worker to join our team in the UK. This role involves 8pm–8am nights on a rolling 3 days on, 3 days off schedule. A full UK driving licence is essential and you must be over 25. Sleep-ins are paid at £50 per shift, with an hourly rate of £14.90.

You will support children and young people with complex needs, ensuring safety, dignity and positive outcomes while maintaining accurate records and care plans.

Qualifications

• Must have a full clean UK driving licence.
• Experience or qualification in childcare is welcome but not essential.
• Strong communication and patience when supporting children.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and support to complex children and young people to safeguard their safety and promote positive outcomes.
• Maintain high-quality records and contribute to care plans and risk assessments.
• Build effective relationships with children, families and external agencies.

Skills

Full UK Driving Licence

Education

Childcare qualifications welcomed

Job description

You must have a Full Clean Valid UK Driving Licence to be considered for this role

Compassionate Care is a leading provider of diverse services throughout the UK, dedicated to supporting individuals with complex needs and learning disabilities. Our comprehensive offerings encompass supported living, residential emergency accommodation, and specialized step-down services for mental health care.

At Compassionate Care, our mission is to instigate profound and enduring transformations in the lives of both adults and children. We empower those under our care to embrace independence and lead fulfilling lives, always upholding principles of dignity, autonomy, and self-worth.

Driven by a commitment to excellence, we aspire to emerge as the most trusted and esteemed name in the care sector. We are resolute in our dedication to delivering reliable, compassionate support while setting unparalleled standards of service quality in the UK.

Join us at Compassionate Care and be a part of a team that is passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.

Support Worker Role Summary

To work within a team providing care and support to complex children and young people, ensuring their safety and the development of positive outcomes.

This is a nightsrole working on a rolling rota of 3 days on, 3 days off - 8pm to 8am.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe haven where laughter is the language, and hugs are the currency.
• Be a positive role model, guiding them through the ups and downs of childhood withpatience, kindness, compassion,and an endless supply of giggles.
• Respect our children’s privacy and fight for their rights.
• Contribute to children’s care plans and risk assessments, their reviews, implementation and evaluation.
• Ensure high-quality records are maintained for all children with regular supervision and advice from shift leaders
• Form effective relationships with children, their families, and external agencies.

Our Ideal Candidate

• A nurturing and supportive individual who provides children with high levels of care and support, enabling them to achieve positive outcomes.
• Experience of working with children with behaviours that challenge people.
• Relevant qualifications within the childcare industry are welcome, but not essential.
• Great organisational skills, being creative and able to think outside the box.
• Effective communication skills, excellent listening skills, and a willingness to learn.
• Understanding of attachment and trauma in relation to children.
• Resilience when faced with difficult challenges.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work flexibly and creatively to overcome challenges.
• Calm under pressure with the ability to think clearly and follow set procedures.
• Willingness to be flexible and work as part of a rota including sleep ins.
• Must be over 25 years old
• Must be a driver and have a clean Driving License with no fault claims

Why Compassionate Care Group?

• Competitive Pay: Earn £14.90 per hour, plus sleep-in shifts at a sleep-in rate of £50.
• Up to 28 days annual leave
• Comprehensive Benefits: DBS check, career development, funded Care Certificate, employee assistance program, referral bonus, pension scheme, social events, and more!
• Meaningful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of children and young people in our brand-new Children’s home.
• Positive Environment: Join our supportive and family-oriented team.
• Growth Opportunities: Develop your skills and advance your career with structured training and development programs.