Job Description

Location:

Romford

Salary:

12.50 - 14 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)

Contract:

Full-Time, Permanent

Shift Pattern:

Waking Night shifts, 8:00 PM - 8:30 AM

Rota:

2-week rolling rota (Week A = 4 shifts, including one weekend night; Week B = 3 shifts)

Sleep-ins:

Not required

Make a Real Difference Overnight. Support with Compassion. Empower Young Lives.

Are you a caring and dedicated Support Worker with experience working with children or young people? Looking for a meaningful role where your night-time care makes a powerful impact? Join our Romford team and help create a safe, nurturing overnight environment where young people can rest, feel secure, and thrive.

About the Role

As a

Waking Night Support Worker

, you'll provide vital overnight support and supervision to children and young people, ensuring their safety and wellbeing through the night. You'll work a 2-week rolling rota, covering 4 shifts one week (including a weekend night) and 3 shifts the next, each from 8:00 PM to 8:30 AM.

Your responsibilities will include maintaining a calm and secure atmosphere, supporting individual needs, assisting with personal care as needed, and liaising with daytime teams to ensure continuity of care. You will play a crucial role in monitoring wellbeing, encouraging positive routines, and responding promptly to any needs or concerns during the night.

Key Responsibilities

Provide consistent, attentive overnight care tailored to individual needs Support personal care and daily living tasks as required Ensure a safe, calm, and nurturing environment throughout the night Monitor behaviour and wellbeing, reporting any changes or concerns promptly Communicate effectively with children, families, and the day team to ensure seamless care Maintain accurate records of overnight observations and activities Respond calmly and appropriately to any incidents or emergencies Contribute to personalised care plans and follow agreed support strategies
What We're Looking For

Essential:

Experience supporting children or young people, ideally in residential or similar settings Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trust and positive relationships Patience, empathy, resilience, and a genuine commitment to making a difference Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies Flexibility to work night shifts including weekends Ability to work collaboratively within a team

Desirable:

Relevant qualifications such as NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or Children and Young People's Workforce First aid certification Experience managing challenging behaviours Full driving licence
What We Offer

Competitive hourly pay of 12.50 - 14 based on experience and qualifications Structured 2-week rolling rota with weekend night shifts included No sleep-ins required - fully waking nights Full induction, ongoing training, and clear career progression pathways Supportive, inclusive team culture that values your contribution Employee assistance programme to support your wellbeing
Ready to Make an Overnight Impact?

If you're passionate about providing compassionate, tailored care during the night and want to be part of a team that values your dedication, we want to hear from you. Apply now by submitting your CV and a short cover letter explaining why this waking nights role is perfect for 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