Overnight Children’s Support Worker — 4-on/4-off rota

Paragon Social Care; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£29,120 per annum

4-on 4-off rota

Paid induction and training

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Casual dress

Career progression

Supportive working environment

Job summary

Paragon Social Care is seeking a Waking Nights Children’s Support Worker in Wisbech to oversee overnight supervision in a specialist residential home. You will ensure safety, welfare and a calm environment for young people through the night, staying awake and responding to needs as they arise.

The role involves regular welfare checks, adherence to care plans, and accurate night reporting. A fixed 4-on, 4-off rota is offered with induction, ongoing training and opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential childcare or equivalent
• Ability to remain awake and attentive during night shifts
• Understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries
• Strong observation and reporting skills

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, consistent overnight support to children and young people, including those with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD)
• Remain awake, alert and vigilant throughout the entire waking-night shift
• Carry out regular welfare checks in line with individual care plans and risk assessments
• Monitor the wellbeing of the young people and identify any changes, concerns or potential risks
• Respond calmly and professionally when a young person wakes or requires support
• Follow individual care plans, risk assessments and agreed support strategies
• Recognise, respond to and report safeguarding concerns in line with policies
• Maintain professional boundaries and use positive, relationship-based approaches
• Carry out night-time checks for safety, fire, and security
• Keep the home safe, clean and welcoming
• Complete accurate night reports and incident documentation
• Hand over information to day team and colleagues
• Carry out light household duties and help prepare the morning routine
• Work in line with relevant regulations and organisational policies

Skills

Overnight care

Observation skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Clear communication

Independent working

Team collaboration

Right to work in UK

Record-keeping

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Paragon Social Care is seeking a Waking Nights Children’s Support Worker in Wisbech to oversee overnight supervision in a specialist residential home. You will ensure safety, welfare and a calm environment for young people through the night, staying awake and responding to needs as they arise.

The role involves regular welfare checks, adherence to care plans, and accurate night reporting. A fixed 4-on, 4-off rota is offered with induction, ongoing training and opportunities for progression.