Waking Night Residential Support Worker (Child Care)

Action for Children; Belper CP; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's charity in the UK is seeking a Residential Support Worker (Waking Night) based in Belper. In this role, you'll provide essential overnight support to children, ensuring their safety, well-being, and comfort. Duties include routine checks, maintaining a welcoming home environment, and promoting independence. The position is permanent, full-time with an attractive salary of up to £29,500 and comprehensive benefits including training and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

29 days annual leave plus options to buy/sell leave

Flexible maternity, adoption, and paternity packages

Pension with up to 7% matched employer contribution

Staff discounts with Blue Light Card eligibility

Comprehensive supervision and development programme

Real Living Wage accredited employer

Free parking on site

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience of working in a care setting and developing positive relationships.
• Ability to coordinate and communicate effectively with service users and families.
• Demonstrate a solution focused approach to address problems.
• Emotional resilience to respond to challenges.
• Willingness to complete Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare within two years.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent support to children throughout the night.
• Complete routine checks and respond to any needs.
• Ensure a welcoming and safe environment.
• Maintain safeguarding practices within the service.

Skills

Experience in a care setting

Emotional resilience

Communication skills

Solution-focused approach

Ability to build trust

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

A leading children's charity in the UK is seeking a Residential Support Worker (Waking Night) based in Belper. In this role, you'll provide essential overnight support to children, ensuring their safety, well-being, and comfort. Duties include routine checks, maintaining a welcoming home environment, and promoting independence. The position is permanent, full-time with an attractive salary of up to £29,500 and comprehensive benefits including training and professional development opportunities.