Description
Night Child Support Worker | 4 on, 4 off | Wisbech | Full Time | £29,120 per annum
Do you do your best work when others are asleep? Join our residential team as a Night Child Support Worker and be the calm, reassuring presence that helps children and young people feel safe through the night.
The role
You’ll stay awake and alert throughout your shift, keeping the home safe and settled while the young people in our care rest. You’ll follow individual care plans and risk assessments, offer comfort to anyone who is struggling to sleep or feeling unsettled, and respond calmly and appropriately if something happens overnight. You’ll work as part of a wider team and pass on clear handovers so the day team can pick up where you left off.
Your shifts
- Pattern: 4 nights on, 4 nights off
- Shift times: 21:30 to 07:30 (10-hour shifts)
- Hours: 35 per week on average
- Salary: £29,120 per annum (£16.00 per hour)
- Induction: 3 to 4 paid induction day shifts, paid at the same rate and normally on your start date
What you’ll do
- Stay awake and vigilant throughout the night shift
- Carry out welfare checks in line with care plans and risk assessments
- Provide reassurance and emotional support to young people who are unsettled, anxious or unable to sleep
- Respond appropriately to incidents, safeguarding concerns and emergencies
- Complete security and fire safety checks to keep the home safe
- Keep accurate night records, logs and handovers
- Support early-morning routines and help young people get ready for the day
- Complete light household duties to keep the home clean and welcoming
- Work with colleagues, managers and external professionals
- Work in line with the Children’s Homes Regulations, safeguarding guidance and company policies
Requirements
About you
We welcome applicants from residential childcare, children’s support work, youth work, social care, care assistant roles, behaviour support, SEN/SEMH settings, foster care, supported accommodation and night support roles in similar settings.
You’ll have:
- Experience working with children or young people (residential childcare desirable)
- The ability to stay alert and focused throughout a night shift
- A calm, patient and resilient approach, especially under pressure
- Good communication skills and the confidence to make sound decisions with less direct supervision
- A good understanding of safeguarding, child protection and professional boundaries
- Clear written record-keeping
- A full UK driving licence
We value attitude as much as experience. If you’re reliable, compassionate and committed to young people, we’d love to hear from you.
Benefits
What we offer
- £29,120 per annum for an average 35-hour week
- A predictable 4-on, 4-off rota, giving you long blocks of time off
- Paid induction, with 3 to 4 induction day shifts
- A supportive, inclusive team
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Career progression within a growing organisation
- The chance to make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people
Why nights matter
Night-time can be the hardest part of the day for a young person in care. Your calm presence, a kind word at 3am and a settled, safe home can make all the difference. It’s quiet, important work, and it matters.
Safer recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointment is subject to safer recruitment checks in line with Schedule 2 of the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015, including:
- An Enhanced DBS check, including the children’s barred list
- Verification of identity and right to work in the UK
- A full employment history, with any gaps explained
- Two satisfactory references, including your most recent employer
- Verification of relevant qualifications
- Satisfactory health and fitness information
Shortlisted candidates will be asked to disclose all convictions and cautions that are not protected under current filtering legislation.
Night Child Support Worker - 4 on, 4 off (Wisbech / South) employer: Paragon Social Care
At Paragon Social Care, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people. Our supportive work culture fosters compassion and resilience, offering extensive training and clear career progression opportunities for our Children's Support Workers. With flexible working patterns and a commitment to employee well-being, you can thrive in a role that not only pays well but also allows you to contribute positively to the community.
