Overnight Residential Care Worker – Calm, Safe Nights

A wilderness Way; Kirkby Stephen; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A caring environment for children in the UK is seeking a Waking Night Residential Support Worker to support vulnerable children through the night. Responsibilities include providing reassurance, completing household tasks, and assisting in the morning routine. Candidates should have experience with children and a willingness to achieve a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. This role offers a base salary of £14/hour and various benefits including a company pension and health benefits.

Benefits

10-hour night shifts

5.6 weeks annual leave

Fully funded Level 3 Diploma

Monthly Wilderness Heroes Awards

Life assurance (2x salary)

Company pension (auto-enrolled)

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people - in care, education, or similar.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it).
• A full UK driving licence and access to transport.

Responsibilities

• Provide calm, consistent care through the night.
• Complete light household tasks and write accurate logs.
• Support children overnight and help with morning routines.

Skills

Experience with children or young people

Calmness

Emotional resilience

Confident in lone working

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

A caring environment for children in the UK is seeking a Waking Night Residential Support Worker to support vulnerable children through the night. Responsibilities include providing reassurance, completing household tasks, and assisting in the morning routine. Candidates should have experience with children and a willingness to achieve a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. This role offers a base salary of £14/hour and various benefits including a company pension and health benefits.