Waking Night Children's Home Support Worker

Hampshire County Council; Romsey; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 11,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Romsey is seeking a Waking Night Children's Home Support Worker. This role involves working directly with children to ensure their safety and development during night shifts. Applicants should be caring and creative individuals committed to building positive relationships. Benefits include training opportunities, paid holidays, and pension plans.

Benefits

On the job training and career progression opportunities

24 - 27 days pro rata paid holiday

Access to Employee Support services

Local Government Pension Scheme membership

Completion bonuses for Diplomas and service

Qualifications

• Ability to build warm, positive relationships with children.
• Experience in safeguarding and behaviour management.
• Commitment to professional standards and training.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard and support the wellbeing of children.
• Conduct risk assessments and behaviour management.
• Maintain accurate record-keeping and follow care plans.

Skills

Caring

Creativity

Child-centred approach

Job description

Waking Night Children's Home Support Worker

Job Reference: HCC622569; Salary Range: £25,186 - £26,244 pro-rata, per annum (actual salary £10,074 - £10,497 per annum) plus Market Supplement of £3,000 pro-rata, per annum, plus Enhancements; Work Location: Hockley House Residential Home, Romsey; Hours per week: 14.8; Contract Type: Permanent; Closing Date: 2 November 2025

The Role:

Become a role model and make a difference to the lives of children in Hampshire!

Do you enjoy working with children and want to help make a significant difference to their lives?

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a brand-new Children’s Home in Romsey. The home comprises of three self-contained living areas and a communal space. Innovative in purpose and approach, Hockley House meets the complex needs of an identified cohort of children who have significant emotional, behavioural, and mental health needs which do not meet the criteria for treatment in hospital, or the threshold for secure accommodation, but require a high level of support.

With a planned multi-agency intervention package, children experience the skill and expertise of Children’s Services residential and education staff, along with co-located Health Services who work within a common framework of trauma informed therapeutic intervention. Creating this new local provision enables children to maintain family contacts, with the goal of reuniting the child with their family or supporting their transition to independence.

The role involves waking night shift work including weekend and bank holiday shifts. The 14.8 hours are averaged over a 4 week rota.

Please note, we're unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

What you’ll do:

The role includes safeguarding responsibilities, risk assessment, behaviour management, accurate record-keeping, and adherence to policies and procedures. Staff are expected to report concerns, follow individual care plans, and undertake relevant training to maintain professional standards and contribute to the overall wellbeing and development of the children.

What we’re looking for:

We're looking for caring, creative and passionate people with the ability to work creatively to develop positive outcomes for our children. The key function of this role is to work directly with children. It requires a child centred approach and ability to build warm, positive and strong relationships with our children. You'll be a positive role model supporting children's goals and development.

Benefits

• On the job training and career progression opportunities
• 24 - 27 days pro rata paid holiday, dependant on local authority service
• Access to free and confidential Employee Support for you and your immediate family (including 24/7 counselling and advice)
• Opportunity to become a member of the Local Government Pension Scheme with Local Government employer contribution included
• A one-off payment of £500 upon completion of your Level 3 Diploma (if you do not already hold this)
• A one-off payment of £3,000 upon completing three years of continuous service (subject to return of service)

This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As such, please note that under safer recruitment requirements for Children’s Services, references will be requested prior to interview.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Helen Gunniss, Hockley House Manager on 03707 796744.

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.