Support Worker - Nights

Brook Street; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential care organization in Bournemouth is looking for a compassionate Female Waking Night Support Worker to provide essential overnight care and support for families. This role requires experience in social care and a calm, resilient demeanor. You will help families feel safe and empowered through trauma-informed practices. This permanent position offers £13.50 per hour, with both full-time and part-time options available.

Benefits

Ongoing training and professional development

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in social care, family support, or residential settings.
• Calm, empathetic, and resilient approach to overnight care.
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice and safeguarding principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent emotional and practical support to families during night hours.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with parents.
• Use trauma-informed approaches to help families.

Skills

Experience in social care

Strong communication skills

Empathetic and resilient approach

Job description

Overview

Female Waking Night Support Worker - Bournemouth Location: Bournemouth Hours: Waking Nights (Full-time / Part-time available) Pay: £13.50 per hour Contract Type: Permanent

We are seeking a compassionate and reliable female waking night support worker to join our residential team in Bournemouth. This role involves providing overnight emotional and practical support to families facing complex challenges.

Please note: This position is open to female applicants only, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, due to the nature of the support provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent emotional and practical support to families during night hours
• Build strong, trusting relationships with parents to help them feel safe, included, and empowered
• Use trauma-informed approaches to help families understand and meet their children's needs
• Support the development of healthy routines, boundaries, and positive behaviours
• Facilitate open and honest discussions that promote transparency and confidence
• Encourage families to identify and build on their strengths using tools such as the 'traffic light system'
• Collaborate with professionals and wider networks to ensure joined-up care
• Promote child safety and well-being as central to every intervention

What We\'re Looking For

• Experience in social care, family support, or residential settings
• A calm, empathetic, and resilient approach to overnight care
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trust
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice and safeguarding principles
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a wider team

What We Offer

• £13.50 per hour
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities for career progression
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of families

If you are ready to be a steady and supportive presence during the night, helping families feel safe and empowered, we would love to hear from you.