Job Description

Location:

Barnham, West Sussex

Job Type:

Full-Time | Permanent

Hourly Rate:

15.38 per hour

Shifts:

19:00pm - 07:00am - 2 week rolling rota including Weekends & Bank holidays.

About Us

We are a dedicated provider of safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environments for vulnerable children and young people. Our mission is to provide outstanding care that promotes well-being, supports personal growth, and empowers every individual to reach their full potential. Joining our team means becoming part of a passionate, supportive community that values integrity, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of those that we support.

About the Role

MJM Care Group is seeking a committed and compassionate Waking Night Children's Wellbeing Practitioner (CWP) to join our therapeutic residential children's home, supporting children and young people aged 7-17 with complex emotional and behavioural needs.

The post holder will be responsible for maintaining a safe, calm, and nurturing environment throughout the night, ensuring the welfare and safeguarding of children at all times. You will provide a consistent and reassuring presence, responding appropriately to children's emotional needs, night-time anxieties, and any incidents in line with individual care plans and risk assessments.

You will undertake regular checks, maintain accurate records, and communicate effectively with the daytime team to support continuity of care. The role requires a high level of vigilance, professionalism, and reflective practice to ensure that children are protected, respected, and supported during the night.

Key Responsibilities:

Remain awake and attentive throughout the night to safeguard and support children Carry out regular checks and respond to emotional or behavioural needs Maintain accurate logs, records, and incident reports Provide reassurance, consistency and calm to any children who wake or are unsettled Support with morning transitions and handovers to the day team Complete light domestic tasks to prepare the home for the following day

What We're Looking For:

A nurturing and emotionally resilient individual Experience supporting children or vulnerable people (preferred but not essential) Comfortable working alone and using initiative during night shifts Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it) A clear understanding of safeguarding and trauma-informed practice

What We Offer:

15.38 per hour Fully funded induction and ongoing training Funded qualifications and structured career development Supportive, trauma-informed team culture Reflective supervision and wellbeing resources

Apply for this position through Indeed - Reference ID: WNCWP MJM Care Group Ltd.

For further information, please contact admin@mjmcaregroup.co.uk

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 15.38 per hour

Work Location: In person