Waking Night Support Worker: Children with Disabilities

Swanton Care; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long service awards

Career development

Funded qualifications

Pension

Life cover

Mental health first aiders

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Refer a friend £400

Job summary

Swanton Care is hiring for a Waking Night Support Worker in Warrington. You will support children with physical and learning disabilities in a six-bed residential home, building trusting relationships and aiding daily routines, education, and activities.

We value empathy, resilience, and strong communication. Training is provided, and progression toward a Level 3 Diploma is encouraged; shifts include evenings and weekends to meet care needs.

Qualifications

• You are kind, patient, and genuinely care about making a difference to young people.
• You bring energy, humour, and enthusiasm into your work.
• You are resilient and calm under pressure, able to support young people through challenges.
• You are a great team player, but also confident working independently.
• You have strong communication skills and can build meaningful relationships.
• You are open to learning and committed to completing your Level 3 Diploma.
• You’re flexible and willing to work shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Building positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Supporting daily routines, education, and personal development.
• Planning and taking part in activities from movie nights to outdoor adventures.
• Helping create a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment.
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and resilience.
• Medication management and administration.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Job description

Swanton Care is hiring for a Waking Night Support Worker in Warrington. You will support children with physical and learning disabilities in a six-bed residential home, building trusting relationships and aiding daily routines, education, and activities.

We value empathy, resilience, and strong communication. Training is provided, and progression toward a Level 3 Diploma is encouraged; shifts include evenings and weekends to meet care needs.