Waking Night Support Worker

Resicare Alliance LTD; Sharnbrook; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Resicare Alliance LTD is seeking a dedicated Waking Night Residential Support Worker to safeguard and support children in our residential home overnight.

You will stay awake during night shifts, perform welfare checks per care plans, and assist with bedtime routines while ensuring a calm, secure night environment. The role emphasizes safeguarding, professional practice, accurate recording, and teamwork with families and professionals.

Qualifications

• Must be able to provide night care and safeguarding for children.
• Commitment to professional practice and safeguarding standards.
• Willingness to undertake mandatory training and pursue Level 3 Diploma.

Responsibilities

• Remain awake and monitor children during night shifts.
• Carry out welfare checks and respond to safeguarding concerns.
• Follow care plans and maintain professional boundaries.
• Complete night reports and maintain accurate logs.
• Collaborate with families, social workers, and day staff.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Dependable

Child safety

Teamwork

Communication

Night care

Record keeping

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Are you calm under pressure, dependable, and passionate about keeping children safe? We're looking for a Waking Night Residential Support Worker to join our team, providing overnight care and safeguarding for the children and young people living in our residential home.

This is a vital role you'll be the constant, reassuring presence through the night, making sure every child feels safe, secure, and supported until morning.

What You'll Be Doing

Night Care & Supervision

• Remaining awake and alert throughout your shift
• Carrying out regular welfare checks in line with care plans and risk assessments
• Supporting children who wake during the night, offering reassurance and assistance
• Maintaining a calm, safe, and settled night-time environment
• Supporting bedtime and morning routines where required

Safeguarding & Safety

• Monitoring children identified as vulnerable overnight
• Responding immediately to safeguarding concerns or incidents
• Managing missing-from-home incidents in line with procedures
• Maintaining building security and monitoring access to the home
• Carrying out fire safety checks and emergency procedures
• Responding appropriately to medical or emotional crises

Professional Practice

• Following care plans, behaviour strategies, and risk assessments
• Maintaining professional boundaries at all times
• Demonstrating calm, confident decision-making when lone working
• Upholding safeguarding standards throughout every shift

Recording & Accountability

• Completing detailed night reports and incident recordings
• Maintaining accurate monitoring logs
• Providing clear handovers, written and verbal, to day staff
• Escalating concerns promptly to on-call management

Team & Partnership Working

• Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure consistent care practices
• Communicating effectively and sharing relevant information
• Taking direction from team leaders and managers while using initiative appropriately
• Participating in supervision, training, and team meetings
• Engaging respectfully with families, social workers, education staff, and other professionals
• Supporting children to maintain important relationships where appropriate

Your Development

We invest in our staff. You'll undertake mandatory training and be supported to work towards your Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if not already achieved), alongside ongoing professional development.

Our Values

We're looking for someone who:

• Acts professionally, respectfully, and with integrity
• Is approachable, reflective, and takes pride in their practice
• Brings consistency, positivity, and accountability to the role
• Is curious, open to learning, and committed to growth
• Works collaboratively, communicates openly, and values different perspectives

We believe confident, well-supported staff create safer environments for children and we're committed to helping every team member thrive.

Other Requirements

• Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in practice
• Understanding of health and safety responsibilities within a residential setting
• Flexibility to undertake additional duties as reasonably required to support the safe running of the home

Reports to: Registered Manager

Why Choose Resicare Alliance Children's Care?

We are a growing organisation and our future is shaped by our shared values. We genuinely strive to make the differences we promote, and our fantastic team is the enabler of our ambition to deliver outstanding care and support.

• Meaningful Work: You will be at the forefront of transforming young lives, offering guidance, stability, and emotional support to children in need.
• Professional Growth: RCA is committed to your professional development. We offer ongoing training and advancement opportunities to help you reach your career goals.
• Supportive Team: Join a team of caring professionals who share your passion for making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children.
• Competitive Compensation: We value your dedication and expertise and offer competitive salaries and benefits.

All applications are assessed in detail and processing them is subject to safer recruitment regulations, as governed by both the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and Ofsted. The application process may be more demanding, but the job is also more rewarding.