Night Support Worker - Childrens Home

Job description

Job Description

Night Support WorkerSalary: £12.87 £14.03 per hour (based on competency & qualifications)Plus: £25 night supplement per shiftContract: Permanent Full Time or Part Time (Full?time: 40 hours per week / Part time: 33 hour or 22 hour contracts available)Shift pattern : 8:45pm 8:15am, includes working every other weekendAbout the RoleWe are seeking experienced Night Support Workers to join a residential childrens home, supporting children and young people with severe, profound and multiple learning difficulties and complex needs.This is a waking night role, where you will provide consistent, high?quality care throughout the night, ensuring safety, comfort and wellbeing at all times.You will:Provide exceptional care for children and young adultsSupport bedtime routines, including washing and changingEncourage healthy sleep patterns where possibleCarry out regular checks throughout the night and respond to any needsEnsure medical needs are met, including administering and recording medicationMaintain a safe, calm and supportive environmentCarry out light housekeeping tasks during quieter periodsParticipate in personal care routines and physical intervention when requiredThe heart of this role is building trust, communicating effectively and supporting young people to develop greater independence.What We are Looking For Experience working in the care industry (experience with children with additional needs is an advantage)A caring, resilient and positive natureStrong communication skills and patienceAbility to encourage supportive independenceCreativity in meeting individual needsWillingness to work a rota including alternate weekendsCommitment to safeguarding and high?quality careTraining & Benefits Full training and ongoing supportOpportunity to complete the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Child Care (fully funded)DBS paid for£1,500 welcome bonus*Night supplement of £25 per shiftTPBN1_UKTJ

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cambridge

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

25-08-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English