RH8 | Waking Night Support Worker

Snap Childcare; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A family seeks an experienced Waking Night Support Worker for their sociable child, Tommy, who has special care needs. You will be responsible for supporting his nightly routine and providing comfort during wakeful hours. The role offers the opportunity to be part of a lively family environment and ongoing skill development.

Benefits

Ongoing training and supervision

Part of a supportive family team

Qualifications

• Experience as a support worker with young children required.
• Professional knowledge in personal and special care.

Responsibilities

• Assist Tommy with his night routine and personal care.
• Provide comfort and reassurance during wakeful periods as needed.
• Perform light domestic duties related to Tommy.

Skills

Experience with children

Good communication skills

Empathy

Confidence

Patience

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RH8 | Waking Night Support Worker, Surrey

Location: Surrey, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

Job Description:

Client/Child:

Tommy, 4 years old, is unstoppable and quite unforgettable! He has a fab big brother and a wonderful mum and dad. He has a small, incredibly loyal team who he is very in tune with. Tommy is extremely sociable and chatty; his language progress has been his biggest achievement. He loves learning new words and being read to or told stories. Going out in his buggy is exciting for Tommy; he has a passion for transport, especially cars, so wandering through town and watching the traffic go by is joyous. Tommy has Dyskinetic cerebral palsy and is prone to throat infections. He requires support with all his daily/nightly needs including moving, handling, and personal care. He is fed orally, and medication when required is also given orally.

Overview of role:

Tommy’s family is looking for an experienced waking night one-to-one support worker, with good professional knowledge of supporting a young child. You will play an active role with him at night; assisting with his night routine (showering and winding down before bed), hanging out with family, or bedtime stories. Tommy generally sleeps well during the night; however, there may be occasions of wakeful periods if he is unwell due to chest infections. During these times, he requires gentle reassurance until he falls asleep. A fully equipped room with a video monitor is provided to keep watch over Tommy, ensuring he is safe and comfortable. Light domestic duties related to Tommy are part of the role. He has a lovely bedroom and bathroom with hoists in place and a therapy room.

Who this job would suit:

Tommy is fiercely determined, so it is important for him to be able to make choices, allowing him to feel in control and independent. He has a wicked sense of humor and will laugh out loud if you make funny noises or fall over! You should bring confidence and sensibility; Tommy requires a firm, consistent but gentle and good-humored approach.

What’s great about this job:

Joining ‘Team Tommy’ is an amazing opportunity. The family travels a few times a year, so a valid passport is needed. The therapists involved will support you in learning new skills, with ongoing supervision. This is an exceptionally open and fun family that wants Tommy’s team to feel part of their family life.

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