Waking Night Residential Childcare Worker

Toto Group; Preston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Toto Group in Preston is seeking a Waking Night Residential Childcare Worker dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of children during the night. This role requires a strong passion for children and the ability to provide nurturing emotional support. Key responsibilities include performing nightly routines and building positive relationships with children. Candidates should pursue a Level 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner qualification within the first two years. Join Toto Group to make a meaningful difference in children's lives.

Qualifications

• The role requires a genuine passion for making a difference in children's lives.
• Candidates must demonstrate resilience, especially during challenging nights.
• Understanding complexities of children's needs is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and well-being of children during the night.
• Carry out nightly routines including cleaning, cooking, and washing.
• Build strong, positive relationships with children.

Skills

Passion for children

Resilience

Understanding of emotional intelligence

Education

Level 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner

Job description

Our children have physical and learning needs and we are looking for people who can make a real difference in their lives. The role of the Waking Night Residential Childcare Worker is truly a special position. It offers you not only the privilege of supporting our children in their lives, but also access to in‑depth training, development and qualifications to progress you on your career journey.

As a Waking Night Residential Childcare Worker, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well‑being of children during the night. The key requirements for this role are a passion for children and a desire to make a real difference in their lives.

A night in the life of a Waking Night Residential Childcare Worker

Whilst every day brings an opportunity to shape our children’s lives for the better, no one day or night is ever the same. Some evenings you will enjoy making fabulous memories with our children; supporting with their night time routine, preparing what is needed for the following day, providing nurturing and emotional support, enjoying story time. Other Evenings may be more challenging.

Our children’s complexities mean that they may face physical disability, illness, emotional and mental health struggles, present behaviour that may challenge you, and struggle to communicate with and understand the world around them. These are the evenings that require your resilience and commitment, but they’re also the nights that lead to the greatest sense of achievement. When a child is experiencing physical or emotional pain or difficulty, your support means everything to them and it is what inevitably means that they end their day feeling happier, loved, and safe.

Your Duties and Responsibilities

Carry out your duties in a way that always safeguards and promotes the welfare of all children and young people, in accordance with legislation and company policy and procedure.

Advocate for our children and uphold their rights at all times.

Build strong, positive relationships with our children and key people and agencies in their lives.

Complete the nightly routines of the home including cleaning, cooking, and washing.

Contribute to the children and young people’s care plans.

Attend and complete all training as required within the requisite timescales.

Work towards completing your Level 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner and complete this within 2 years of commencing your employment with us.

Keep your senior team up to date of any Safeguarding issues as they occur.

Use the provided Reporting and Recording systems to keep timely, clear and accurate records of your and our children’s daily activities.

Understand the 9 Quality Standards and use this knowledge to underpin your daily practise.

To uphold a culturally inclusive ethos which actively values and promotes diversity, unity and community cohesion.

Our Values

We’re Kind:
We treat every child, and each other, with compassion, empathy and respect. Our homes are filled with love leading to relationships and attachments being nurtured and protected.

We’re Smart:
We use our expertise, knowledge, and innovation to provide the best possible care for our children. We continuously learn, adapt, and improve to meet the unique needs of each child.

We’re Brave:
We have the courage to stand up for what is right and to advocate for the best interests of children in our care. We empower our children to face challenges with confidence and resilience.

We’re Safe:
We prioritise the physical, emotional, and psychological safety of every child. Our homes provide a secure, stable environment where children can heal, grow, and flourish.

Your personal and professional growth is our priority at Toto. Two of our values, kind and smart, reflect our dedication to providing a supportive work environment and exceptional sector‑specific training, empowering you to thrive in your career while making a meaningful difference in the lives of the children we care for.