At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people overnight, ensuring their safety and wellbeing in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Join a dedicated team in a therapeutic children's residential care service.
- Benefits: Earn £12.85 per hour, enjoy healthcare benefits, and receive extensive training.
- Other info: Clear progression opportunities with a fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Therapeutic Childcare.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills and career.
- Qualifications: Resilience and dedication to supporting young people with social and emotional needs.
The predicted salary is between 12.85 - 12.85 £ per hour.
Location: Hove
Salary: £12.85 per hour/£26,728
Hours: 9.30pm to 7.30am Tuesdays/Wednesdays/Fridays and Saturdays
We are recruiting dedicated and resilient individuals to join a therapeutic children's residential service supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH). This is an excellent opportunity for anyone seeking a meaningful career with clear progression, structured training, and the chance to make a genuine difference.
About the Role
As a Waking Night Support Worker, you will remain awake throughout the night to ensure the safety, wellbeing, and comfort of children living in the home. You'll also support the smooth running of the household and contribute to a nurturing, stable environment. Alongside your night shift duties, you will complete a 6 month work based training programme designed to equip you with the therapeutic knowledge, skills, and experience needed for automatic promotion to Waking Night Therapeutic Carer following assessment.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain a safe, calm, and supportive environment throughout the night
- Carry out regular checks and record updates accurately
- Complete domestic tasks such as laundry and light cleaning
- Respond to situations and emergencies with guidance and support
- Provide a thorough morning handover to daytime staff
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, managers, and external professionals
- Contribute to each child's therapeutic experience of living, relating, and learning
Benefits & Training
- Opportunities for additional duties and bonus payments
- Company paid sickness allowance
- Employee healthcare scheme
- Two week orientation followed by a comprehensive 6 month induction
- Training package valued at £4,000 - £4,500
- Ongoing CPD including therapeutic models, reflective practice, leadership, safeguarding and more
- Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Therapeutic Childcare & Education
- Regular reflective supervision, coaching, and professional support
- Supportive, caring team culture
- Real job satisfaction and the chance to positively impact children's lives
Waking Night Support Worker in Brighton employer: Positive Futures Recruitment Ltd
Join our SEMH school in Berkeley, where we prioritise a nurturing and aspirational environment for young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. As a Teaching Assistant, you'll benefit from a supportive work culture that values your contributions, offers a competitive salary with a welcome bonus, and provides opportunities for professional growth within a dedicated team focused on making a meaningful impact in students' lives.
Contact Details:
Positive Futures Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
