Waking Night Support Worker
About the Role
Are you calm under pressure, dependable, and passionate about keeping children safe? We're looking for a Waking Night Residential Support Worker to join our team, providing overnight care and safeguarding for the children and young people living in our residential home.
This is a vital role you'll be the constant, reassuring presence through the night, making sure every child feels safe, secure, and supported until morning.
What You'll Be Doing
Night Care & Supervision
Remaining awake and alert throughout your shift
Carrying out regular welfare checks in line with care plans and risk assessments
Supporting children who wake during the night, offering reassurance and assistance
Maintaining a calm, safe, and settled night-time environment
Supporting bedtime and morning routines where requiredSafeguarding & Safety
Monitoring children identified as vulnerable overnight
Responding immediately to safeguarding concerns or incidents
Managing missing-from-home incidents in line with procedures
Maintaining building security and monitoring access to the home
Carrying out fire safety checks and emergency procedures
Responding appropriately to medical or emotional crisesProfessional Practice
Following care plans, behaviour strategies, and risk assessments
Maintaining professional boundaries at all times
Demonstrating calm, confident decision-making when lone working
Upholding safeguarding standards throughout every shiftRecording & Accountability
Completing detailed night reports and incident recordings
Maintaining accurate monitoring logs
Providing clear handovers, written and verbal, to day staff
Escalating concerns promptly to on-call managementTeam & Partnership Working
Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure consistent care practices
Communicating effectively and sharing relevant information
Taking direction from team leaders and managers while using initiative appropriately
Participating in supervision, training, and team meetings
Engaging respectfully with families, social workers, education staff, and other professionals
Supporting children to maintain important relationships where appropriateYour Development
We invest in our staff. You'll undertake mandatory training and be supported to work towards your Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if not already achieved), alongside ongoing professional development.
Our Values
We're looking for someone who:
Acts professionally, respectfully, and with integrity
Is approachable, reflective, and takes pride in their practice
Brings consistency, positivity, and accountability to the role
Is curious, open to learning, and committed to growth
Works collaboratively, communicates openly, and values different perspectivesWe believe confident, well-supported staff create safer environments for children and we're committed to helping every team member thrive.
Other Requirements
Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in practice
Understanding of health and safety responsibilities within a residential setting
Flexibility to undertake additional duties as reasonably required to support the safe running of the homeReports to: Registered Manager
Why Choose Resicare Alliance Children's Care?
We are a growing organisation and our future is shaped by our shared values. We genuinely strive to make the differences we promote, and our fantastic team is the enabler of our ambition to deliver outstanding care and support.
Meaningful Work: You will be at the forefront of transforming young lives, offering guidance, stability, and emotional support to children in need.
Professional Growth: RCA is committed to your professional development. We offer ongoing training and advancement opportunities to help you reach your career goals.
Supportive Team: Join a team of caring professionals who share your passion for making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children.
Competitive Compensation: We value your dedication and expertise and offer competitive salaries and benefits.All applications are assessed in detail and processing them is subject to safer recruitment regulations, as governed by both the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and Ofsted. The application process may be more demanding, but the job is also more rewarding.
We look forward to receiving and reviewing your application
