Children's Waking Night Support Worker

Job Title: Waking Night Support Worker

Location: Yorkshire
Salary: 13.52 per hour
Working Hour: Full-time 4 nights on / 4 nights off rotation
Hourly Rate: 13.52
Number of Sleeps Required: Yes
Pay Per Sleep: Included in hourly rate
Service: Childrens Home
Service Users: YPs aged 718 Complex Needs Trauma EBD
Qualifications Required: Level 3 / 4 Diploma in Children & Young Peoples Workforce (preferred but not essential)
Experience in Years Required: Previous experience in residential childcare preferred but not essential
Employment Type: Permanent

Sponsorship is not available

The Home:

• Number of Beds: Small residential home

• Location: Yorkshire

• Type of YPs: Complex Needs Trauma Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)

• Ratio of staff to children: Safe and supportive staffing model

Who we are looking for

We are looking for reliable compassionate Waking Night Support Workers who can work independently manage risk and support young people overnight.

Key Responsibilities:

• Building positive relationships with young people families and external agencies

• Contributing to care plans and risk assessments

• Supporting young peoples emotional wellbeing and daily activities

• Maintaining accurate records

• Working independently and using initiative during night shifts

Shift Pattern: 22:30 08:00 (4 nights on / 4 nights off rotation)

Do not apply for this role if any of the following apply to you:

• You do not hold a Full UK Driving Licence and do not have a car

• You only hold a Level 3 in Health & Social Care this is not deemed equivalent

• You only have HealthCare NHS CQC or Nursery Practitioner experience

• You require sponsorship no sponsorship available

Individuals with only CQC experience and who have not worked in an Ofsted Registered Childrens Home will not be considered.

Who you will be working for

• An established provider of complex care in Yorkshire

• A supportive team dedicated to improving outcomes for children and young people

• Comprehensive training including 3 weeks classroom and 1 week shadow shifts

Company Size: Medium-sized provider
Number of Homes: Multiple homes across the region
Future Plans: Growth with opportunities for career progression
Other Services: Residential care for children with complex needs

Why this Home & Company

Progression Opportunity:

• Clear pathways for career growth

Qualification Opportunity:

• Fully funded Level 4 Diploma in Children & Young Peoples Workforce

Benefits:

• 50 per sleep-in enhanced overtime

• 210 hours annual leave per year

• Company pension scheme

• Healthcare cash plan (dental optical & wellbeing)

• Long service awards up to 500

• Ofsted bonus payments up to 200

• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training

• Refer-a-friend scheme paid at 150 & 350 after probation

• Monthly recognition awards

• Free parking and casual dress code

• Food available on shift & access to discretionary food bank

• Company events

Ethos:

• Child-centred trauma-informed care

Culture:

• Supportive inclusive and values-driven

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join a professional and dedicated residential care team we encourage you to apply today.

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