Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker
Join Our Team as a Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker!
At Apple Orchard, we believe in creating safe and nurturing environments where young people can thrive, build positive relationships, and overcome past challenges. We are on the lookout for friendly and outgoing individuals to join our dedicated team as Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Workers.
Position Details
- Salary: £28,619.14 per annum, with opportunities for overtime.
- Location: Guildford, Surrey
- Contract: Full Time, Permanent
- Hours: Approx. 40 hours per week, from 10pm to 9am, working five nights on and five nights off.
Your Role and Responsibilities
As a Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker, you will:
- Work approximately 55 hours per week on a rotating schedule of 5 nights on, 5 nights off, with occasional extra cover as needed.
- Promote the welfare and safety of young people in accordance with the Children Act 1989.
- Attend weekly staff meetings and supervision sessions when not on shift the night before.
- Engage in required training and participate in our annual summer holiday activities.
- Arrive on time, complete handovers, and stay informed about each young person's needs and daily events.
- Build strong relationships with young people to assess and meet their ongoing emotional and practical needs.
- Support consistent bedtime routines and encourage good hygiene habits.
- Monitor young people throughout the night, documenting all disturbances, movements, and key events clearly.
- Complete nightly paperwork, including the Daily Register, fridge/freezer checks, fire alarm tests, and task sheets.
- Prepare the breakfast table, promote healthy eating, and tidy up afterwards.
- Carry out any additional duties requested by your line manager.
- Maintain safety and security at all times—this is our highest priority!
What We’re Looking For
A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare (or a similar field) is ideal, but not essential. We welcome applications from those who are eager to work towards this qualification!
Why Join Us?
At Apple Orchard, we value our team and offer a range of benefits to support your well-being and career growth:
- Company pension
- Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme
- Well-being programs through our Exchange Provision
- Opportunities for promotion and professional development
Our Commitment
Apple Orchard is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check.
If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of young people and join a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you!
