At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide attentive overnight support to young people in a warm, safe environment.
- Company: Join a compassionate team dedicated to making a difference in children's lives.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, receive ongoing training, and develop your career in childcare.
- Other info: Work in a supportive, trauma-informed setting with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by supporting vulnerable young people and helping them thrive.
- Qualifications: Must be enrolled in or completed Level 3 in Residential Childcare.
The predicted salary is between 13.5 - 16.5 £ per hour.
- Waking Night Residential Support Worker
- MUST be enrolled on Level 3 in Residential Childcare or have completed
We are creating a warm, non‑clinical children’s home (Ofsted‑registered) for young people with EBD needs.
We work to trauma‑informed, relationship‑based principles including PACE and the Trauma Recovery Model, with structured clinical consultation and on‑site education.
We put children first, living our values of Safety, Kindness, Dignity and Ambition in every interaction.
Job purpose
To keep young people safe overnight through attentive, respectful care, completing required checks and therapeutic observations and ensuring the home is calm and ready for the next day.
Key responsibilities
- Maintain the safety and wellbeing of all young people overnight, following observation levels and safety plans.
- Carry out checks in a way that protects children’s dignity, privacy and sleep wherever possible.
- Respond calmly to incidents, providing immediate support and escalating to on‑call leadership as required.
- Complete accurate, time‑stamped night records, including any concerns, interventions and handover information.
- Support practical overnight tasks as directed (e. g., preparing the home for morning routines).
- Safeguarding responsibilities
- Understand that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and act immediately on any concern.
- Follow Winton Pathways safeguarding procedures, escalation routes and whistleblowing expectations.
- Maintain professional boundaries and a culture of respectful challenge to keep children safe.
- Governance and compliance
- Work in line with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015, the Quality Standards, and Winton Pathways policies.
- Complete clear, accurate and timely recording and contribute to learning reviews and quality improvement.
- Protect confidential information and follow GDPR and information‑sharing guidance.
- Training and development
- Complete induction and ongoing training (safeguarding, trauma‑informed practice, mental‑health risk, behaviour support, medication, GDPR).
- Attend supervision and reflective practice as required and demonstrate learning in day‑to‑day work
Waking Night Support Worker - Children's Home in Milton Keynes employer: Joining Careers Education
Joining Careers Education is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of both its staff and the children in its care. Located in the picturesque town of Frodsham, the company fosters a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth through ongoing training and mentorship. Employees benefit from a collaborative environment where their contributions are valued, making it a truly rewarding place to work for those passionate about making a difference in children's lives.
