This is a waking night support post in the founding team of Agincare's new not-for-profit children's residential home, which will house up to three children. The work centres on building trusting relationships, supporting bedtime and settling routines, and monitoring children's wellbeing through the night with hourly welfare checks. It is a full-time overnight role, 10pm to 8am, averaging 40 hours a week, and experience is welcomed but not required because full training is given. A full UK driving licence and at least 12 months of right to work are needed, and visa sponsorship is not offered.
What the job involves
- Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people
- Support evening, bedtime and settling routines
- Monitor children's wellbeing throughout the night
- Carry out hourly welfare and administrative checks
- Promote independence and help children develop essential life skills
- Work with colleagues to provide a safe, nurturing environment
- Support care plans, daily routines and risk assessments
- Complete light domestic duties to keep the home comfortable and welcoming
Qualifications
- NVQ Level 3 (or above) in Residential Childcare, or willingness to work towards it
Skills & knowledge
- Genuine passion for supporting children with complex needs
- Patience, resilience and emotional intelligence
- Positive attitude and ability to work as part of a team
- Able to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends and overnight shifts
- Capable of meeting the practical and emotional demands of the role
Checks & eligibility
- Full UK driving licence
- At least 12 months remaining on the right to work in the UK
Nice to have
- Previous experience in residential or childcare work, which attracts a higher rate of pay
What’s offered
- Company pension scheme
- Refer-a-Friend bonus of up to £1,000
- Blue Light Card discounts
- Early Pay On Demand
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Staff recognition and appreciation schemes
- Additional payments for overnight shifts where applicable
- Enhanced DBS check paid for by the employer
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
