Nighttime Residential Worker for Disabled Youth

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; North Carolina; On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Durham County Council is seeking a Waking Nights Residential Worker to support children and young people aged 5–18 with learning disabilities, neurodiversity, physical disabilities and complex health needs. You will provide high-quality care, promote safety and independence, and build trusting relationships within a supportive team.

The role involves night shifts, personal care support, risk assessments, and participation in training and service development.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths and English at grade A–C or equivalent.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare required or willingness to complete.
• Experience caring for children or young people in voluntary or professional settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support tailored to each child’s needs.
• Promote safety, wellbeing, dignity and independence of children and young people.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, carers and professionals.
• Support personal care, health needs, communication and emotional wellbeing.
• Follow individual care plans and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with Registered Manager and team to maintain high standards.

Skills

Childcare experience

Emotional resilience

Communication

Education

GCSE Maths & English A-C

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Durham County Council is seeking a Waking Nights Residential Worker to support children and young people aged 5–18 with learning disabilities, neurodiversity, physical disabilities and complex health needs. You will provide high-quality care, promote safety and independence, and build trusting relationships within a supportive team.

The role involves night shifts, personal care support, risk assessments, and participation in training and service development.