Job Title: Waking Night Support Worker
Reports To: Registered Manager / Senior Leadership Team
Purpose of the Role:
To provide high-quality overnight care and support to children and young people within a residential setting. This includes promoting their safety, wellbeing, and development in accordance with the organisation’s policies and values.
You will contribute to creating a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where children can thrive. You’ll work as part of a team to meet individual care plans, uphold safeguarding practices, and ensure continuity of care throughout the night.
Key Responsibilities
Support for Children and Young People:
Provide reassurance and emotional support to children who wake during the night.
Ensure the welfare, safety, and dignity of each young person at all times.
Support healthy routines and promote a safe sleeping environment.
Respond appropriately to incidents or emergencies in line with safeguarding policies.
Encourage positive behaviour using agreed strategies and boundaries.
Assist with general domestic duties including cleaning, laundry, and basic meal preparation.
Teamwork and Collaboration:
Work collaboratively as part of the night team to ensure continuity of care.
Maintain open communication with day staff to ensure effective handovers.
Support new or less experienced colleagues during their induction.
Participate in team meetings, training, supervision, and appraisals.
Engage with professionals, carers, and external agencies as required.
Administrative Duties:
Keep accurate records of incidents, observations, and handovers.
Complete written reports in line with organisational policies.
Follow procedures for recording and managing petty cash or resources.
Report any safeguarding concerns immediately to management.
General Expectations
Follow all safeguarding and child protection protocols.
Adhere to confidentiality, data protection, and equality policies.
Actively contribute to ongoing training and development, including mandatory qualifications.
Work flexibly as part of a rota including weekends and bank holidays.
Promote the organisation’s values and mission in everyday practice.