Children\'s Waking Nights Support Worker in Blackburn

Compassionate Care is a leading provider of diverse services throughout the UK, dedicated to supporting individuals with complex needs and learning disabilities. Our comprehensive offerings include supported living, residential emergency accommodation, specialist step-down services for mental health care, and within our children’s division Ofsted registered Residential Homes, and an Ofsted-registered Short Breaks provision designed to empower children.

Our Short Breaks Service provides planned respite for children and young people with a wide range of additional needs. Rooted in trauma-informed practice, the service offers families essential breathing space while ensuring every child enjoys a safe, nurturing environment where they can relax, have fun, and build their independence. We tailor each stay through close collaboration with families and professionals, ensuring experiences that are positive, meaningful, and grounded in strong, trusting relationships.

At Compassionate Care, our mission is to instigate profound and lasting transformations in the lives of both adults and children. We empower those under our care to embrace independence and lead fulfilling lives, always upholding principles of dignity, autonomy, and self-worth. Our approach is rooted in compassion, reliability, and a commitment to providing the kind of care we would want for our own families.

Driven by a commitment to excellence, we aim to become the most trusted and respected name in the care sector. We are dedicated to delivering dependable, person-centred support while setting exceptional standards of quality across the UK. This is rooted within our promise, something we would love to tell you more about should you apply.

Join us at Compassionate Care and be part of a team that is passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of those we support - including offering children and families the reassurance that they are safe, understood, and valued. We have days, nights, and bank positions available.

Support Worker Role Summary

To work within a team providing care and support to complex children and young people, ensuring their safety and the development of positive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe haven where laughter is the language, and hugs are the currency.
• Be a positive role model, guiding them through the ups and downs of childhood with patience, kindness, compassion, and an endless supply of giggles.
• Respect our children’s privacy and fight for their rights.
• Contribute to children’s care plans and risk assessments, their reviews, implementation and evaluation.
• Ensure high-quality records are maintained for all children with regular supervision and advice from shift leaders.
• Form effective relationships with children, their families, and external agencies.

Our Ideal Candidate

• A nurturing and supportive individual who provides children with high levels of care and support, enabling them to achieve positive outcomes.
• Experience of working with children with behaviours that challenge people.
• Relevant qualifications within the childcare industry are welcome, but not essential.
• Great organisational skills, being creative and able to think outside the box.
• Effective communication skills, excellent listening skills, and a willingness to learn.
• Understanding of attachment and trauma in relation to children.
• Resilience when faced with difficult challenges.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work flexibly and creatively to overcome challenges.
• Calm under pressure with the ability to think clearly and follow set procedures.
• Willingness to be flexible and work as part of a rota including sleep ins.

Why Compassionate Care Group?

• Competitive Pay: Earn £14.50 per hour, plus sleep-in shifts at a sleep-in rate of £50.
• Comprehensive Benefits: DBS check, career development, funded Care Certificate, employee assistance program, referral bonus, pension scheme, social events, and more!
• Meaningful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of children and young people in our brand-new Children’s home.
• Positive Environment: Join our supportive and family-oriented team.
• Growth Opportunities: Develop your skills and advance your career with structured training and development programs.