Job Description

Waking Nights Support Worker - Children's Residential Home

Location:

Tottenham, London

Contract:

Full-time, Permanent

Salary:

28,000 - 29,000 per annum

Shift Pattern:

10:30 PM - 10:30 AM (average 3-4 nights per week)

Support Young People Through the Night | Create Safety, Stability and Hope

Liberi Care is seeking compassionate and resilient Waking Nights Support Workers to join our Ofsted regulated children's home in Tottenham. Young people aged 10-17 rely on the reassurance, care and calm presence of our overnight team. Every shift provides crucial support that helps them feel safe and ready for the day ahead.

If you're motivated by work that truly matters, this role offers a meaningful night-time routine with full professional development and a supportive, values-driven team.

Why Join Us

Your role makes a direct and lasting difference Balanced working pattern: 3-4 waking nights per week Reflective, collaborative environment focused on wellbeing Clear opportunities for training and career progression

What You'll Be Doing

Monitoring wellbeing and safety through regular checks Providing reassurance and emotional support when needed Responding to incidents calmly using trauma-informed practice Safeguarding young people and following risk management plans Keeping accurate overnight logs and incident reports Completing domestic tasks to support a clean and safe home Supporting morning routines and effective shift handovers Engaging in training, team meetings and reflective practice
Your presence ensures consistency, security and trust throughout the night.

What You'll Bring

Experience supporting children or young people (residential preferred) Level 3 in Residential Childcare or willingness to work towards it Strong communication and excellent observational skills Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure Good knowledge of safeguarding and professional boundaries Full UK driving licence desirable but not essential
If you're committed to supporting young people, we'll invest in your development.

What You'll Receive

Annual salary of 28,000 - 29,000 Full induction and ongoing specialist training Supportive, inclusive team culture Regular professional supervision and growth opportunities A purposeful role where every shift makes a real impact

Apply Today

Night-time can be when young people need support the most. Join a team that provides comfort, structure and hope when it matters.

Apply now with your CV to start your journey with Liberi Care.

Make every night count.

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