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

About the Role

This is a full-time, permanent position with a competitive salary of £28,619.14 per annum, plus opportunities for overtime. You’ll work approximately 40 hours per week on a rota of five nights on and five nights off, from 10 PM to 9 AM.

Your Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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 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.
• Complete nightly paperwork, including the Daily Register and safety checks.
• Prepare the breakfast table, promote healthy eating, and tidy up afterwards.
• Carry out any additional duties as 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 similar) is ideal, but not essential. We welcome applications from those who are eager to work towards this qualification!

Why Join Us?

• Company Pension: Secure your future with our pension plan.
• Employee Discounts: Enjoy access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme.
• Wellbeing Programs: Take advantage of our wellbeing initiatives via the Exchange Provision.
• Growth Opportunities: We believe in promoting from within—your career development is important to us!

Working Conditions

As an equal opportunities employer, Apple Orchard positively encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we 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 be part of a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you!