Night Care Worker

Job Summary

At The Big House, a short break home located in Edwinstowe, Nottinghamshire, we are seeking a compassionate and committed Night Care Worker. The role involves ensuring the safety and well‑being of children and young people during night hours through supportive care, responding to emotional and physical needs, and maintaining a safe environment. You will perform regular checks, monitor security systems, and carry out domestic duties to meet the needs of the home.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal and intimate care to children, ensuring their comfort and dignity throughout the night and helping them prepare for the day.
• Administer medication and carry out health‑care procedures as required.
• Monitor the well‑being of children throughout the night and respond promptly to their needs.
• Collaborate with the care team to maintain the highest standards of care during night shifts.
• Participate in training and development opportunities to enhance skills.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Experience in a care setting, particularly with children or individuals with disabilities.
• Understanding of personal care needs and health‑care procedures.
• Ability to follow care plans and guidelines accurately.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with children and families.

Soft Skills

• Passion for working with children and understanding the challenges they and their families face.
• Empathy and compassion towards children and families.
• Patience and resilience in challenging situations.
• Teamwork and the ability to share knowledge with colleagues.
• Proactivity in seeking solutions and improving care practices.
• A commitment to enabling children to achieve positive outcomes.

Additional Information

This role follows a two‑week rolling rota, with shifts from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Shift work will include additional pay for hours between 8 PM and 6 AM, weekends, and bank holidays. A full induction and ongoing training will be provided to support your development.

Organisation Benefits

• Friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive environment that encourages personal growth.
• A chance to be part of a community‑focused organisation that truly cares.

Hiring Information

Salary: £25,583 – £26,403 per annum

Type of vacancy: Permanent

Work pattern: Full Time, including some weekends

Hours per week: 37

Work base: The Big House, Edwinstowe, NG21 9QA

Working arrangements: Office based

Competency framework: Tier 7a

Equal Opportunities Statement

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Additional Statements

The Council is accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation and offers a job share scheme for all full‑time posts.