Waking Night Childrens Residential Support Worker

Description

Support Children While the World Sleeps - Waking Night Residential Support Worker

As a Waking Night Residential Support Worker at Wilderness Way, you'll play a vital role working over a cluster of our homes, supporting vulnerable children through the night - creating a peaceful, nurturing environment where they feel safe, seen, and supported.

Why Join Us?

Base salary from GBP14/hour (from GBP29,120 for full-time hours)10-hour night shifts (typically 10pm-8am)4-on-4 off set rolling shift pattern5.6 weeks annual leaveExtra leave awarded at 2- and 5-years' serviceThorough induction and six-month welcome programmeFully funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if not yet achieved)GBP1,000 'Refer a Friend' bonusMonthly Wilderness Heroes Awards recognising your impactMedicash health benefits: optical/dental cashback, 24/7 virtual GP, wellness discountsGym, high street and restaurant discountsLife assurance (2x salary)Company pension (auto-enrolled)Your Night-to-Night

You'll provide calm, consistent care through the night, checking in on children, offering reassurance if they wake, and supporting any overnight needs. You'll also complete light household tasks, write accurate logs, and help with the morning routine before handover to the day team.

You'll usually be the sole waking staff member on shift, with sleep-in colleagues on site and a supportive, trauma-informed culture around you.

What We're Looking For

Experience with children or young people - in care, education, or similarLevel 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it)Calm, dependable, and emotionally resilientA full UK driving licence and access to transportConfident in lone working and night-based rolesAll roles at Wilderness Way are subject to Safer Recruitment checks, including references, an enhanced DBS, and online/social media screening for successful candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background, experience, or protected characteristics.

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