Waking Night Support Worker – Residential Children’s Home

About the role

We are seeking a compassionate Waking Night Support Worker to join a children’s residential home in South East London. The role involves providing overnight care, safety and emotional support to young residents in a calm, secure environment.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver overnight support to children and young people.
• Promote a safe, calm and secure home environment.
• Carry out welfare checks and record observations.
• Maintain accurate handovers and records.
• Support safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Administer medication when required.
• Respond appropriately to incidents and emergencies.
• Collaborate closely with the wider residential care team.

Required profile

• Experience working with children and young people is desirable.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Reliable, compassionate and resilient.
• Strong communication and recording abilities.
• Ability to work independently during night shifts.

Required skills

What we offer

• Up to £13.46 per hour (approximately £26,520‑£33,000 per year).
• Permanent full‑time position (40 hours per week).
• Ongoing training and development.
• Supportive management team.
• Opportunity to build a rewarding career in residential childcare.