Details:
- Salary: £12.75 - Hour
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: Uckfield East Sussex
- Date: 4 days ago
Description:
We're recruiting on behalf of a specialist children's residential service supporting young people aged 8–18 years. The home works closely with a specialist education setting, ensuring children receive consistent care, support and education in a safe, nurturing environment.
This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity for compassionate, resilient individuals who are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people.
Waking Night Support Worker Responsibilities
* Build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people.
* Promote emotional wellbeing, personal growth and independence.
* Act as a positive role model and provide consistent support.
* Attend team meetings and contribute to care planning.
* Ensure the safety, welfare and wellbeing of young people throughout the night.
* Carry out regular welfare checks around the home.
* Provide clear and detailed handovers to the day team.
* Maintain accurate records of observations and incidents.
* Support bedtime routines, creating a calm and reassuring environment.
* Follow individual care and health plans, including supporting young people with specific needs such as enuresis where required.
* Complete household cleaning duties while young people are asleep to maintain a safe and welcoming environment.
Shift Patterns
* Waking Nights: 9:30pm – 9:30am
* Flexibility to work long days, weekends and sleep-ins (where required).
Requirements
To be considered for this role, you must:
* Be 21 years of age or older.
* Have a minimum of 6 months' experience working within a children's residential setting.
* Hold a full UK driving licence with no penalty points (essential due to the rural location).
* Have a current DBS registered on the Update Service.
* Be willing to complete the Level 3 Diploma for Children and Young People's Workforce if not already qualified.
* Be flexible to work a rota including long days, weekends and sleep-in shifts where required.
* Be resilient, reliable and committed to providing outstanding care.
What You'll Receive
* Competitive hourly rates with pay progression.
* Funded Level 3 qualification (where applicable).
* Ongoing training and career development.
* The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people.
* A supportive and welcoming team environment.
Apply today to begin a rewarding career supporting children and young people to achieve their full potential