At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children overnight, ensuring their safety and well-being while they sleep.
- Company: Join a passionate team at Meath, a Speech and Language UK school.
- Benefits: Enjoy term-time work, comprehensive training, and health perks like free flu jabs.
- Other info: Flexible hours, all holidays off, and a supportive environment await you.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with children, especially those with special needs, is essential.
The predicted salary is between 12831 - 13282 £ per year.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Residential Assistant Waking Night Childcare Officer to join our committed and friendly team on a permanent basis.
Job details
- Location: Meath School, Brox Road, Ottershaw, Surrey, KT16 0LF
- Actual salary: £12,831.50 - £13,281.50 (FTE £25,663 - £26,563) (inclusive of allowances)
- Hours of work: 20 hours per week, Wednesday – Thursday 9.00pm to 7.00am
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Term time only, all holidays paid
Role Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Assistant Waking Night Childcare Officer to join our passionate residential team. This role is integral to ensuring the safety, development, and well-being of children during the night.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support children to achieve a restful night’s sleep while maintaining safety.
- Implement and follow children’s Personal Development Plans, including overnight care targets.
- Provide toileting support and assist with specific eating and drinking programs.
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other care staff to deliver multidisciplinary care.
- Complete essential tasks such as maintaining cleanliness, preparing resources, and updating night records.
- Contribute to children’s personal and social development programs.
- Adhere to safeguarding policies and maintain a safe, caring environment.
What we are looking for:
- Experience working with children, especially those with special educational needs.
- Good communication skills and a willingness to learn Signed Supported English.
- Knowledge of safeguarding and behaviour management principles.
- Qualifications related to childcare or speech and language needs.
- First Aid or Positive Touch training.
About Us
Meath, a Speech and Language UK school, is a day and residential non-maintained primary special school for up to 75 pupils aged 4 to 11 years with complex speech and language challenges. Our most recent Ofsted report (2023) is highly positive about the work of the school and the progress which our children make.
Why Us?
- Professional growth: Comprehensive induction, regular CPD opportunities, and annual salary reviews.
- Health and Well-being: Wellbeing days, free flu jabs, mental health first aiders, and access to Perkbox resources.
- Financial perks: Pension schemes, life assurance cover, interest-free travel and bike loans.
- Work-life balance: Term-time work schedule with all school holidays off.
The deadline for applications is 9am on Tuesday, 1 September 2026 with interviews held later that week depending on candidates’ availability.
Accessibility Support: We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. If you require any adjustments or need to apply in a different format, please contact our People Team at hr@speechandlanguage.org.uk and we will be happy to assist you.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we carry out safer recruitment principles, as well as appropriate vetting and verifications on all school staff. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education the successful candidate’s employment is subject to an enhanced DBS and barred list check.
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