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. If you’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

About the Role

As a Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting young people during the night. Your work will help them build positive relationships, overcome challenges, and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Work approximately 55 hours per week on a rota of 5 nights on, 5 nights off, with occasional extra cover as needed.
• Promote the welfare and safety of young people in line with the Children Act 1989.
• Attend weekly staff meetings and supervision 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 an 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, 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 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 willing to work towards it!

Working Conditions

Location: Guildford, Surrey
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Specific Hours: Approx 40 hours per week, from 10pm to 9am.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary of £28,619.14 per annum with potential for overtime.
• Company pension scheme.
• Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme.
• Wellbeing programmes through our Exchange Provision.
• Opportunities for promotion and personal growth.

At Apple Orchard, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We actively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults is paramount, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check.

If you’re ready to make a positive impact and join a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you!