Waking Night Support Worker

Start Monday Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Start Monday Ltd is seeking a Waking Night Support Worker for a children’s residential home in Herne Bay, England. This full-time, permanent position is ideal for individuals passionate about supporting children with learning disabilities in a safe and structured environment. Responsibilities include providing overnight care, maintaining records, and adhering to safety procedures. Candidates should be caring and resilient, with an openness to obtaining or holding a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. The role offers competitive pay, structured training, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in children's lives.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Structured training and development opportunities

Supportive and inclusive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in a residential setting is desirable but not essential.
• A caring, resilient, and proactive approach to support work.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent overnight care and support for children with learning disabilities.
• Maintain accurate records and reports in line with organisational policies.
• Follow safeguarding, fire, and health & safety procedures at all times.
• Participate in mandatory training and continuous professional development.
• Attend supervisions, appraisals, and team meetings.

Skills

Caring

Resilience

Proactive approach

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Waking Night Support Worker – Children’s Residential Home
Location: Herne Bay
Salary: Competitive
Hours: 3 nights one week, 4 nights the next (rotating shift pattern)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with learning disabilities? We have a fantastic opportunity for a Waking Night Support Worker to join a dedicated team in a well-regarded residential children’s home in Herne bay.

You’ll be joining an organisation that places great value on both the children in their care and the wellbeing of their staff. Their focus is on providing a safe, supportive, and homely environment where young people can grow and thrive.

Responsibilities:

• Provide consistent overnight care and support for children with learning disabilities.
• Maintain accurate records and reports in line with organisational policies.
• Follow safeguarding, fire, and health & safety procedures at all times.
• Participate in mandatory training and continuous professional development.
• Attend supervisions, appraisals, and team meetings.

Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people in a residential setting is desirable but not essential.
• A caring, resilient, and proactive approach to support work.
• Willingness to work towards a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or already hold it).
• Commitment to upholding the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Structured training and development opportunities.
• Supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Opportunity to make a real, lasting difference in children’s lives.

Please note: This employer does not offer visa sponsorship. You must have the right to work in the UK to apply.

Interested? For more information or to apply, please contact Jo Gaisford today. We’d love to hear from you.