Job Description

Location:

Tottenham, London

Contract:

Full-Time, Permanent

Salary:

28,000 - 29,000 per annum

Shift Pattern:

10:30 PM - 10:30 AM, average of 3-4 shifts per week

Support Young Lives Through the Night - Be the Calm When It's Needed Most

Are you looking for a meaningful role where your presence makes a real difference? At

Liberi Care

in Tottenham, we are seeking a dependable and compassionate

Waking Nights Residential Support Worker

to join our dedicated team.

This vital role provides emotional stability and physical safety for young people aged 10-17 who may be experiencing trauma, anxiety, or behavioural challenges. If you're calm under pressure, emotionally resilient, and committed to supporting others, we'd love to hear from you.

Your Role

Working through the night, you'll be a steady, reassuring presence in the home. You'll create a calm, nurturing environment, ensure safety and wellbeing, respond to emotional needs, and prepare for smooth, positive morning transitions.

Key responsibilities include:

Monitoring safety and wellbeing throughout the night, carrying out regular checks Responding to emotional or behavioural incidents using trauma-informed approaches Providing reassurance to young people who may feel anxious or unsettled De-escalating challenging situations and following safeguarding protocols Recording incidents, welfare concerns, and observations clearly and accurately Conducting routine fire, room, and perimeter checks Administering medication and maintaining accurate MAR records Supporting with domestic tasks such as cleaning and laundry overnight Assisting with breakfast preparation and morning routines Delivering detailed handovers to ensure consistency between shifts Participating in mandatory training, supervision, and reflective practice
What We're Looking For

Minimum 1 year of experience in residential childcare or a similar care setting (preferred) Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it) Calm, nurturing, and observant approach with strong emotional resilience Excellent communication and time management skills Clear understanding of safeguarding and trauma-informed care Full UK driving licence (preferred but not essential)
What We Offer

Competitive salary Full training and ongoing professional development Supportive and inclusive team culture Regular supervision and access to reflective practice A meaningful opportunity to make a lasting difference in young people's lives
Every Night Counts

This role is your chance to be a consistent, trusted presence when it matters most. By providing emotional safety and support through the night, you'll help create the secure foundation a young person needs to face the day ahead.

Apply now

with your CV -- we aim to respond within 24 to 48 hours.

Join

Liberi Care

and help create a safe, stable environment for young people -- one night at a time.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.50-14.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Discounted or free food Referral programme
Licence/Certification:

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