Nighttime Residential Childcare Support Worker | 5-on/5-off

Apple Orchard; Guildford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Exchange Employee Discount Scheme

Wellbeing programmes

Promotion opportunities

Job summary

Apple Orchard in Guildford is seeking Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Workers to join a committed team. A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare is ideal but not essential, as candidates willing to work towards it are welcome.

The role is full-time on a rotating night schedule with overtime potential. The position requires strong welfare focus for young people, compliance with safety standards, and participation in training.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare (or willing to work towards it).
• Willingness to work nights on a rota (approx 40–55 hours per week).
• Friendly, outgoing nature.

Responsibilities

• Work approx. 55 hours per week on a rota of 5 nights on, 5 nights off, with occasional extra cover if needed.
• Promote the welfare and safety of young people in line with the Children Act 1989.
• Attend weekly staff meetings/supervision when not on shift the night before.
• Take part in required training and attend the annual summer holiday when needed.
• Arrive on time, complete handovers, and stay informed about each young person's needs and events of the day.
• Build an understanding of each young person to help assess and meet their ongoing emotional and practical needs.
• Support consistent bedtime routines and encourage good hygiene habits.
• Monitor young people throughout the night, recording all disturbances, movements and key events clearly.
• Complete nightly paperwork, including the Daily Register, fridge/freezer checks, fire alarm tests and task sheets.
• Prepare the breakfast table, promote healthy eating, and tidy away afterwards.
• Carry out any additional duties requested by the line manager.
• Maintain safety and security at all times - this is the highest priority.

Education

Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare (or similar)

Job description

Apple Orchard in Guildford is seeking Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Workers to join a committed team. A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare is ideal but not essential, as candidates willing to work towards it are welcome.

The role is full-time on a rotating night schedule with overtime potential. The position requires strong welfare focus for young people, compliance with safety standards, and participation in training.