Nurturing Night Care Worker for Youth and Disabilities

Durham County Council; Spennymoor; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Durham County Council is seeking a Waking Night Residential Worker to provide high-quality care and support for children and young people aged 5–18 with diverse needs. You will help create a safe, nurturing night-time environment, supporting personal care, health needs, and emotional wellbeing.

The role involves following care plans, DBS checks, and working as part of a dedicated team, with opportunities for training and development and enhanced shift payments in a 365-day service.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English grade A–C or equivalent.
• Willingness to complete Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• Experience working with children or young people (voluntary or professional).
• Aged 22+ and eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support tailored to each child's individual needs.
• Promote the safety, wellbeing, dignity, and independence of children and young people.
• Build positive relationships with children, their families, carers and professionals.
• Support children with personal care, health needs, communication, and emotional wellbeing.
• Follow and contribute to individual care plans and risk assessments.
• Work closely with the Registered Manager and wider team to maintain excellent standards of care.
• Participate in team meetings, supervision, training, and service development activities.
• Help create a warm, nurturing, and welcoming environment where children and young people feel safe, valued, and respected.

Education

GCSE Maths and English A-C

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Durham County Council is seeking a Waking Night Residential Worker to provide high-quality care and support for children and young people aged 5–18 with diverse needs. You will help create a safe, nurturing night-time environment, supporting personal care, health needs, and emotional wellbeing.

The role involves following care plans, DBS checks, and working as part of a dedicated team, with opportunities for training and development and enhanced shift payments in a 365-day service.