Waking Night Support Worker - Child Care (Full-Time)

Embracecare; Preston; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£15.00 per hour

December bonus

28 days paid annual leave

Annual pay reviews

Loyalty bonuses up to £32,000 over 10 years

Free on-site parking

Fully funded healthcare support

Paid induction and ongoing training

£1,000 Refer-a-Friend bonus

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual staff awards with over £10,000 in prizes

Job summary

Embracecare in Preston is seeking a Waking Night Support Worker to provide care for children with Autism and complex needs. You'll ensure safety and welfare at night, contributing to a nurturing environment.

This full-time role offers £14.50 per hour, a December bonus, and extensive benefits including 28 days leave. You'll work with a strong team dedicated to high-quality residential care, and have opportunities for training and development.

Join us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children.

Qualifications

• Experience in care or working with children is helpful but not essential.
• A calm, patient and reliable approach, especially during unsettled nights.
• Willingness to work towards a Level 3 Children’s Residential qualification.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding or willingness to learn.
• Resilience, empathy and a genuine desire to support young people.
• Ability to remain alert, focused and supportive throughout waking night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety, stability and wellbeing for children throughout the night.
• Provide reassurance, supervision and support as needed.
• Follow care plans and safeguarding procedures.
• Maintain nighttime routines and support transitions.
• Complete night-time reporting and logs.
• Respond appropriately to incidents and overnight challenges.

Skills

Experience in care or working with children

Calm and patient approach

Willingness to work towards Level 3 qualification

Understanding of safeguarding

Resilience and empathy

Ability to remain alert during shifts

Education

Willingness to work towards Level 3 Children’s Residential qualification

Job description

Embracecare in Preston is seeking a Waking Night Support Worker to provide care for children with Autism and complex needs. You'll ensure safety and welfare at night, contributing to a nurturing environment.

This full-time role offers £14.50 per hour, a December bonus, and extensive benefits including 28 days leave. You'll work with a strong team dedicated to high-quality residential care, and have opportunities for training and development.

Join us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children.