Children's Residential Support Worker Waking Nights

Job description

Package Description: With the opening of our brand-new children's home just around the corner, now is an exciting time to start your career in care and join the founding team of our not-for-profit Children's Residential Home in Wimborne, Dorset.
Our newly furnished home near Wimborne will support up to three children, providing a safe, nurturing environment where they can thrive. We are looking for caring, dependable, and passionate individuals who want to make a genuine difference in children's lives.

Why Join

Agincare? At Agincare, we're a family-run organisation that puts people first – both the children we support and the dedicated colleagues who care for them. We're proud of our values, our commitment to quality, and our supportive, friendly culture.
What You'll Receive
£14.50 per hour
£15.50 per hour with a Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare
Additional payments for overnight shifts where applicable
Full-time contract averaging 40 hours per week
Company pension scheme
Waking Nights shifts: 10:00pm – 8:00am
Refer-a-Friend bonus of up to £1,000*
Paid Enhanced DBS check
Blue Light Card discounts
Early Pay On Demand
Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Staff recognition and appreciation schemes
Your Role as a Waking Nights Support Worker As part of a team committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, you will provide consistent, compassionate support that helps children feel safe, valued, and empowered.
Your responsibilities will include:
Building positive and trusting relationships with children and young people
Supporting evening, bedtime, and settling routines
Promoting independence and helping children develop essential life skills
Working collaboratively with colleagues to provide a safe, nurturing environment
Supporting care plans, daily routines, and risk assessments (full training provided)
Monitoring children's wellbeing throughout the night
Carrying out hourly welfare and administrative checks
Completing light domestic duties to maintain a comfortable and welcoming home environment
About You We're looking for people who are caring, reliable, and motivated to make a positive impact. Previous experience is welcomed and reflected in a higher rate of pay, but it's not essential, as full training and ongoing support will be provided.
You'll ideally:
Have a genuine passion for supporting children with complex needs
Be patient, resilient, and emotionally intelligent
Have a positive attitude and enjoy working as part of a team
Be able to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts
Be capable of meeting the practical and emotional demands of the ...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Wimborne Minster

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-11-2026

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