Waking Night Support Worker

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise dynamique recherche des Waking Night Support Workers pour travailler dans des foyers résidentiels pour enfants. Vous serez responsable d'assurer un environnement sûr et calme pour les jeunes âgés de 8 à 18 ans. Ce rôle est essentiel pour soutenir ces jeunes avec des défis émotionnels et comportementaux, garantissant leur bien-être pendant les heures de nuit.

Benefits

Induction structurée et formation continue

Excellente équipe de soutien

Opportunités de progression

Qualifications

• Expérience antérieure dans un environnement résidentiel ou de soins.
• Compréhension solide de la protection et de la confidentialité.
• Approche calme et compatissante.

Responsibilities

• Surveiller la sécurité et le bien-être des enfants pendant la nuit.
• Effectuer des contrôles horaires et garantir un environnement calme.
• Fournir un soutien émotionnel aux enfants qui ont du mal à dormir.

Skills

Compassion

Observant

Resilience

Job description

Location: Salford & Stockport
Salary: £12.50 per hour
Hours: Waking nights | 2 on / 4 off rota | Approx. 160 hours per month
Driver’s Licence: Preferred but not essential

Do you have the calm, resilience, and care to support children during the night?
We’re recruiting Waking Night Support Workers to work in children’s residential homes across Salford and Stockport, supporting young people aged 8–18 with emotional and behavioural challenges. You’ll be a vital presence during the night, ensuring each young person feels safe, secure, and supported.

The Role:

• Monitoring the safety and wellbeing of children overnight
  
  
• Carrying out hourly checks and ensuring a calm, secure environment
  
  
• Providing emotional support to children who may struggle to sleep or feel unsettled
  
  
• Completing logs, safeguarding records, and handovers to day staff
  
  
• Supporting with light household tasks and preparing for the following day
  
  

What You’ll Get:

• £12.50 per hour
  
  
• 2 on / 4 off rota with approx. 160 hours per month
  
  
• Structured induction and ongoing training
  
  
• Excellent support from an experienced team
  
  
• Opportunities for progression into day roles or senior positions
  
  

We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience in a residential or care environment
  
  
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality
  
  
• Calm, observant, and compassionate approach
  
  
• Willing to work permanent waking nights
  
  
• A driver’s licence is preferred but not essential
  
  

Be the person who provides peace of mind and safety in the quietest hours – apply today and be a night-time hero for vulnerable young people.