Job Description

Bank Night Shift Support Worker - Residential Children's Home (Romford)

Location:

Romford

Contract:

Bank / Flexible (0 Hours, with opportunity to move into part-time or full-time)

Pay:

12.50 - 14.00 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)

Shift Pattern:

Waking Nights, 8:00 PM - 8:30 AM

Bank Support Worker | Waking Nights | Night Shift Support Worker | Children's Residential Home | Romford

Are you a compassionate and reliable

Support Worker

looking for flexible

night shift

work in a

children's residential home

?
We are looking for caring and dedicated

Bank Night Support Workers (Waking Nights)

to join our friendly and professional team in

Romford

.

As a

Night Shift Support Worker

in our

Ofsted registered residential children's home

, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety, comfort and wellbeing of young people overnight. You'll provide calm, consistent care that helps children feel secure, supported and valued throughout the night.

This

bank contract

offers genuine flexibility, allowing you to choose shifts that suit your lifestyle -- with clear opportunities to transition into part-time or full-time positions for those seeking stability and long-term career growth in

children's residential care

.

Why Join Our Children's Residential Team

Flexible Work, Stable Opportunities:

Start on a 0-hour bank contract with the option to move into part-time or full-time roles if desired.

Structured Night Shift Pattern:

Waking nights (8:00 PM - 8:30 AM) on a 2-week rolling rota, offering predictability and balance.

Competitive Pay:

12.50 - 14.00 per hour (based on experience and qualifications).

Meaningful Work:

Be a calm, reassuring presence who makes a genuine difference every night.

Therapeutic Environment:

Join a trauma-informed team in an Ofsted registered home dedicated to positive outcomes for young people.

Professional Development:

Access ongoing training, reflective practice, and clear progression pathways within residential childcare.

Your Role as a Bank Night Shift Support Worker (Waking Nights)

As a

Waking Nights Support Worker

, you'll be part of a dedicated team ensuring the safety and emotional wellbeing of young people during the night. Each shift offers the chance to provide consistent, therapeutic care and to help young people feel supported and secure in their home environment.

Key responsibilities include:

Providing a consistent, caring, and reassuring presence overnight. Monitoring and responding to the needs of young people throughout the night. Supporting bedtime routines and helping young people settle safely. Promoting a calm, nurturing, and safe environment. Completing domestic and administrative duties to ensure the smooth running of the home. Following care plans, safeguarding policies, and behaviour support strategies. Maintaining accurate records, including incident logs and shift handovers. Working collaboratively with colleagues, managers, and external professionals.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

Experience supporting

children or young people

(residential or similar care setting preferred). Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Patience, empathy, resilience, and a calm, professional approach. Understanding of

safeguarding

and

child protection

. Flexibility to work waking night shifts, including weekends and public holidays. A collaborative, team-oriented attitude.

Desirable:

Level 3 Diploma / NVQ in Residential Childcare, Health and Social Care, or Children and Young People's Workforce.

First Aid training. Experience supporting children with

complex or challenging behaviours

.

Full UK driving licence.

What You'll Gain

Pay:

12.50 - 14.00 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications). A structured

night shift rota

supporting healthy work-life balance. Flexible working arrangements with opportunities for progression. Ongoing professional development and accredited training. Supportive, values-led and inclusive team culture. Clear career progression within

children's residential care

. Access to an

Employee Assistance Programme

to support your wellbeing.

Apply Today - Make a Difference Every Night

Every night offers the chance to provide safety, stability and reassurance that can change a young person's life.

If you're a caring, empathetic professional ready to make a real impact as a

Bank Night Support Worker

in

children's residential care

, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today

with your CV and a short cover letter explaining why this

Waking Nights Support Worker

role in

Romford

inspires you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,000.00-29,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Discounted or free food On-site parking
Experience:

Residential Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred) DBS Registered to the Update Service (preferred) NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (preferred)
Work Location: In person