Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker

Join Our Team as a Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker!

Company: Apple Orchard

Salary: £28,619.14 per annum (with opportunities for overtime)

Location: Guildford, Surrey

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Specific Hours: Approx. 40 hours per week, 10pm - 9am (working five nights on, five nights off)

At Apple Orchard, we create safe and nurturing environments where young people can build positive relationships, overcome challenges, and reach their full potential. We are on the lookout for friendly and outgoing Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Workers to join our supportive team!

Why Join Us?

• Company Pension: Secure your future with our pension plan.
• Employee Discounts: Access our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme.
• Wellbeing Programs: Benefit from our wellbeing initiatives via the Exchange Provision.
• Growth Opportunities: We promote from within and support your career development.

Your Responsibilities:

• Work approx. 55 hours per week on a rota of 5 nights on, 5 nights off, with occasional extra cover.
• 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.
• 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 disturbances, movements, and key events.
• 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:

Apple Orchard is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible 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. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of young people and join a passionate team, we want to hear from you!