*Trainee Practitioners -Young People Waking Night Support Worker- London

Contract Type: Full-time Permanent

Salary: 27144

Location: Camden (NW3)

If you are looking for afulfilling and rewarding careerwhereno two days are the samethis might be the job for you!

The only thing you need is apassion for making a difference. We dont require previous care experience as we provide all thetraining and supportyou need to excel in your role.

Watch our short video to gain an insight into our working life here at St Christophers

About the Role

As a Waking NightSupport Worker in a Semi-Independent Home you will have the opportunity of developing authentic relationships with our young people (aged 16 21 years old) you will also have responsibility for making sure our residents are safe providing support liaison with other professionals and completion of support documents to record information.

Throughout the shift you will have the additional support of an on call manager should you have any questions. Further to this you will be involved in team meetings monthly and will also receive monthly supervision.

St Christophers Academy

At St Christophers we can provide more than just a care job. We can offer you acareerwhere you can develop your skills and knowledge while making a difference to young peoples lives.

When you join St Christophers we will set you up in your career with a tailored development plan. Whether you want to move across to a different service become a Manager or just explore further your current role we will support you to map out your career trajectory and help you achieve your professional ambitions.If you want to learn more aboutSt Christophers Academy please clickhere

Weare proud that 84%of all our Team Leaders Deputies and Managers are internal promotions.

Working Hours

Our Young People need care 24/7 so we have fixed rotas with staff needing to be able to commit to weekends and bank holidays.

For Waking Night support staff; shifts are 11.5 hours from 20:00 - 07:30 or21:00 - 08:30 on average you will be working 40 hours a week.

There is always the possibility to do overtime if you need a bit extra this is paid time and half; same as bank holidays.

What you need to bring to this role

• Genuine commitment to working and supporting Young People to achieve their full potential.
• An understanding of the issues facing young people.
• The ability to cope effectively with challenging behaviour.
• Good communication and team working skills.
• Flexibility to work shifts including weekends and bank holidays.

What you should expect from us

• Salary: 27144
• 4 weeks full induction and training program (paid).
• Competitive pay and reward structure offering salary progression based on performance.
• Tailored career development plan through ourSt Christophers Academy.
• A friendly working environment a fun open and honest culture.
• 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years service plus Bank Holidays pro-rata.
• Industry leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications childrens right and participation CSE empowerment mental health and social pedagogy.
• Contributory pension scheme enhanced maternity and company sick scheme.
• UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary.
• BUPA employee assistance programme offering counselling financial advice and legal support.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK.
• Discretionary funded training programs.
• Employee awards based on performance and length of service.
• Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services.

About Us

Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe loved and happy to achieve their potential and have a bright future.

St Christophers is a leading charity for children and young people.We are proud of our history of providing fostering childrens homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK & Isle of Man. We have a passionate commitment to our young people placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive life experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home.

We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong. We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups including people from different cultures nationalities socioeconomic backgrounds ages disabilities religions faith sex orientation childcare responsibilities and gender-diverse identities.

Recruitment Process

In order for your application to be reviewed it must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification.

Job Description and Person Specification

At St Christophers we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation best practice and vetting requirements.

Once application has been submitted candidates will require to complete an online situational test which will inform the shortlisting process. Unsuccessful candidates will be communicated the outcome via email.

Closing date

Monday 30th June 2025

First stage interview

Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout June & July 2025

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an individual interview. The interview will be face to face at our offices in Putney.

Second stage interview

Successful candidates will then attend the second stage at their preferred location.

Our Children and Young People are looking forward to hearing from you

For more information or assistance during the application process please contact

We advise you to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Please note:

• This post has a minimum age restriction of 21 year for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and supported accommodation Homes in line with the Equality Act occupational requirement.
• It is illegal to apply for any role that involves working with children and young people under the age of 18 if you know you are barred from working with children.
• All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked.