Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker

Polaris Community; Horsham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Horsham is seeking a Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker. The role involves providing support to young people, ensuring their safety and well-being during night hours. Candidates should have relevant experience and qualifications in childcare. The position offers a full-time contract with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Company Pension

Employee Discounts

Wellbeing Programmes

Promotion Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Promote the welfare of children as defined in the Children Act 1989.
• Maintain consistency in settling young people at bedtime.
• Record disturbances during the night.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma

Job description

Salary: £27,518.40 per annum with potential to earn extra with overtime hours.

Location: Horsham, West Sussex

Contract: Full Time, permanent

Specific Hours: Approx 40 hours per week. 10pm – 9am working five days on and five off.

Apple Orchard is committed to providing outstanding outcomes for young people and encouraging them to achieve their highest potential. We provide a safe environment for them to build positive relationships and empower them to face issues from their past and look towards the future.

We are seeking a friendly, outgoing, and experienced Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker to join our professional team. Candidates must have a minimum of 12 months relevant experience and ideally possess a Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.

Responsibilities:

1. Work a 55-hour week on a rota of 5 nights on and 5 nights off. Additional shifts may be required during illness or crisis.
2. Promote the welfare of the children as defined in the Children Act 1989.
3. Attend weekly staff meetings/supervision sessions of 1½ hours when not on duty.
4. Participate in required training.
5. Attend the young people's holiday, usually for one week in summer.
6. Arrive on time, read the handover book, and receive shift information from the team.
7. Understand the young people's feelings to assess and meet their ongoing needs.
8. Maintain consistency in settling young people at bedtime.
9. Encourage hygiene routines such as brushing teeth and bathing.
10. Record any disturbances during the night and hand over to the next shift.
11. Complete the Daily Register and Fridge/Freezer records.
12. Monitor young people's movements and record in the night log.
13. Conduct weekly fire alarm tests and record in the fire log book.
14. Complete and sign nightly/weekly task sheets.
15. Set the breakfast table, promote healthy eating, and clear after breakfast.
16. Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager.
17. Prioritize the safety and security of the young people above other tasks.

Benefits include a company pension, access to employee discounts, wellbeing programmes, and promotion opportunities.

Apple Orchard is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff will undergo an enhanced DBS check if appointed.