Waking Night Support Worker
Children's Residential Home
Location: Maidenhead / Slough
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £26,325 per annum
Work Location: On-site
Make a Difference While Others Sleep
At Beacon Residential Homes, we're passionate about changing the lives of children and young people. As a family-run organisation with a growing portfolio of Ofsted-rated "Good" children's homes, we provide safe, nurturing and stable environments where young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) can thrive.
We're looking for a compassionate, reliable and committed Waking Night Support Worker to join our dedicated team. This is more than just a night shift role – it's an opportunity to provide reassurance, safety and consistency during the hours when young people need it most.
If you're looking for a rewarding career where every shift makes a genuine difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Why Join Beacon Residential Homes?
At Beacon Residential Homes, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that when our team feels valued, supported and developed, they can provide the very best care for the children we look after.
When you join us, you'll benefit from:
- Competitive salary of £26,325 per annum
- Company pension scheme
- Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development
- Excellent opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation
- A supportive, experienced and welcoming management team
- Employee wellbeing initiatives
- The opportunity to build a rewarding long-term career with a family-run organisation that genuinely values its staff
About the Role
As a Waking Night Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in creating a safe, calm and secure environment throughout the night. You'll provide reassurance to our young people, respond appropriately to any situations that arise and ensure the home remains a safe and supportive place while maintaining the highest standards of care.
Working closely with the wider team, you'll help ensure a smooth transition between day and night shifts while contributing to positive outcomes for every child in our care.
Your Responsibilities
- Monitor the safety, wellbeing and welfare of young people throughout the night.
- Complete regular welfare checks and maintain accurate records.
- Respond calmly and professionally to incidents or emergencies.
- Follow individual care plans, risk assessments and established routines.
- Provide emotional support and reassurance whenever needed.
- Maintain a safe, clean and secure home environment.
- Complete daily records and handovers to ensure continuity of care.
- Work in line with safeguarding procedures, company policies and Ofsted standards.
About You
We're looking for someone who is caring, resilient and committed to making a positive difference.
You'll ideally have:
- Experience working with children and young people, ideally within residential childcare or with those who have emotional and behavioural difficulties (preferred).
- A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or an equivalent qualification (preferred).
- A calm, professional and dependable approach.
- The ability to work independently while remaining vigilant and proactive.
- Excellent communication, observation and record-keeping skills.
- A genuine passion for supporting children to achieve positive outcomes.
- A full UK driving licence (desirable).
Why This Role Matters
The overnight hours are often when young people need reassurance, consistency and stability the most. Your presence can make a significant difference by helping children feel safe, supported and cared for. Every shift contributes to creating an environment where young people can build trust, develop confidence and achieve brighter futures.
Apply Today
If you're passionate about supporting vulnerable children and young people and want to join a company where your work is genuinely valued, we'd love to hear from you.
Join Beacon Residential Homes and become part of a dedicated team committed to transforming young lives through outstanding residential care.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £26,325.00 per year
Experience:
- Residential Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Drivers Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
