Waking Nights Support Worker — Calm, Trauma-Informed Care

The Cambian Group; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded qualifications

Wellbeing support

Career progression

Pension scheme

Team culture

Job summary

The Cambian Group is seeking a Waking Nights Support Worker for our Children’s Residential Home. You will provide safety, stability, and emotional reassurance through the night, remaining awake and alert to support the children in your care.

We offer fully funded qualifications, 24/7 wellbeing support, career progression, and a pension, with a supportive team culture. Salary ranges £26,228–£29,710 per annum (pro rata for part-time hours).

Qualifications

• Experience in a residential childcare setting.
• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Care or willingness to work towards it.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, trauma-informed practice and behaviour management.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional reassurance and a calm presence throughout the night.
• Monitor wellbeing and respond to distress or needs during the night.
• Complete logs, safeguarding reports, and handovers to the day team.
• Support bedtime and morning routines, waking children and assisting with personal care if needed.
• Conduct regular safety checks to ensure a secure environment.
• Contribute to a therapeutic and stable atmosphere aligned with care plans.

Skills

Empathy

Calm demeanor

Reliability

Written reporting

Flexibility

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Tools

Care records system

Clearcare

Job description

The Cambian Group is seeking a Waking Nights Support Worker for our Children’s Residential Home. You will provide safety, stability, and emotional reassurance through the night, remaining awake and alert to support the children in your care.

We offer fully funded qualifications, 24/7 wellbeing support, career progression, and a pension, with a supportive team culture. Salary ranges £26,228–£29,710 per annum (pro rata for part-time hours).