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 challenges. We are on the lookout for friendly and outgoing Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Workers to join our dedicated team in Guildford, Surrey.

Why Choose Us?

With a competitive salary of £28,619.14 per annum and opportunities for overtime, this full-time, permanent role offers you the chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people. You’ll work approximately 40 hours per week on a rota of 5 nights on, 5 nights off, from 10 PM to 9 AM.

Your Responsibilities

• Promote the welfare and safety of young people in line with the Children Act 1989.
• Attend weekly staff meetings and supervision sessions when not on shift the night before.
• Participate in required training and attend the annual summer holiday when needed.
• Arrive on time, complete handovers, and stay informed about each young person's needs.
• Build understanding of each young person 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, recording all disturbances and key events clearly.
• Complete nightly paperwork, including the Daily Register and task sheets.
• Prepare the breakfast table, promote healthy eating, and tidy away afterwards.
• Carry out any additional duties requested by the 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 similar) is ideal, but not essential. We welcome applications from those who are eager to work towards this qualification!

What We Offer

• Company Pension
• Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme
• Wellbeing programmes via our Exchange Provision
• Promotion opportunities

Our Commitment

Apple Orchard is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment, and successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check.

If you’re ready to make a positive impact and grow with us, we’d love to hear from you!