Waking Night Officer – Children's Residential Home

Reed; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council organization is seeking Waking Night Officers in Doncaster. The role involves providing overnight care for children with disabilities and complex care needs. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, completing housekeeping tasks, and maintaining records. This part-time role requires good communication skills and a caring demeanor. The salary is £28,132 per year, plus a night allowance, and an enhanced DBS check is required.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills and basic IT skills essential.
• Ability to work independently and responsibly at night is required.
• A caring, reliable, and calm approach to supporting children is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide overnight care and regularly check on children during the night.
• Ensure the home is safe, secure, and well maintained.
• Complete housekeeping tasks, including cleaning and laundry.
• Maintain accurate records and complete required paperwork.
• Work independently overnight with support from a sleeping-in staff member.
• Respond to emergencies and liaise with police and social care if required.
• Cover additional night shifts when needed due to leave or sickness.

Skills

Good communication skills

Basic IT skills

Ability to work independently

Caring approach

Calm demeanor

Job description

Purpose of the role

City of Doncaster Council is recruiting Waking Night Officers to join our Children’s Residential Homes, supporting children and young people with disabilities and complex care needs.

The role focuses on keeping children safe, supported, and cared for during the night, helping to create a calm, secure, and nurturing environment.

Key details

• Location: Doncaster
• Contract type: Permanent, part-time
• Hours: 21 hours per week (waking nights)
• Salary: £28,132 per year + 17.5% all-inclusive night allowance
• Disclosure: Enhanced DBS required

Key responsibilities

• Provide overnight care and regularly check on children during the night
• Ensure the home is safe, secure, and well maintained
• Complete housekeeping tasks, including cleaning and laundry
• Maintain accurate records and complete required paperwork
• Work independently overnight with support from a sleeping-in staff member
• Respond to emergencies and liaise with police and social care if required
• Cover additional night shifts when needed due to leave or sickness

Requirements

• Good communication skills and basic IT skills
• Ability to work independently and responsibly at night
• A caring, reliable, and calm approach to supporting children
• Willingness to complete mandatory training, including QCF Level 3
• Commitment to safeguarding and maintaining professional standards