Senior Waking Night Child Wellbeing Lead

Director; Barnham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Career progression

Reflective environment

Job summary

Ceredigion County Council Direct Payment Support Service in Barnham, England, is seeking a Senior Waking Night Children’s Wellbeing Practitioner to join a three-bedded residential home for children aged 7–17. You will lead night shifts, safeguard practice, and deliver trauma-informed care.

You will provide leadership to junior staff, support reflective practice, and work with managers and external professionals to promote emotional wellbeing and consistent care during night hours.

Responsibilities

• Remain awake, vigilant, and responsive throughout the night to ensure the safety, welfare, and security of young people and the home.
• Lead and coordinate night shifts, providing guidance, support, and oversight to staff while maintaining high standards of care and safeguarding practice.
• Deliver therapeutic care and emotional support to young people, responding appropriately to their individual needs, wellbeing, and night-time routines.
• Complete and oversee accurate documentation, including care records, incident reports, medication records, risk assessments, and shift handovers.
• Ensure the home remains safe, secure, and compliant overnight, responding effectively to incidents, emergencies, and safeguarding concerns.

Job description

Ceredigion County Council Direct Payment Support Service in Barnham, England, is seeking a Senior Waking Night Children’s Wellbeing Practitioner to join a three-bedded residential home for children aged 7–17. You will lead night shifts, safeguard practice, and deliver trauma-informed care.

You will provide leadership to junior staff, support reflective practice, and work with managers and external professionals to promote emotional wellbeing and consistent care during night hours.