Children’s Waking Night Therapeutic Support Worker – Autism & Complex Needs
Location: Bury, BL9
Salary: £12.50 – £13.50 per hour
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week (waking night shifts, weekends, and bank holidays on a rota basis)
We welcome applications from both experienced residential childcare practitioners and individuals who have worked with children and young people with Autism and complex needs in other settings, such as education, supported living, healthcare, or community support
Make a Difference When It Matters Most
Are you a calm, compassionate, and patient individual who thrives in providing reassurance and stability to children and young people?
At Accord Care Homes, we are looking for dedicated Children’s Waking Night Therapeutic Support Workers to join our specialist team supporting a young person on a 3:1 staffing ratio. Our young person has Autism and additional complex needs and requires a consistent, nurturing, and understanding team to support them both during the day and throughout the night.
Night-time can be a particularly vulnerable period for some young people. Your role will be to create a safe, predictable, and therapeutic environment where the young person feels secure, supported, and cared for.
We understand that all behaviour is communication, and we are looking for individuals who can remain calm, observant, and empathetic, responding to the young person’s needs in ways that promote emotional regulation and wellbeing.
Your Role
As a Children’s Waking Night Therapeutic Support Worker, you will:
- Provide attentive overnight support while maintaining a calm, safe, and homely environment
- Carry out regular welfare checks in line with the young person’s care plan and risk assessments
- Offer reassurance and support if the young person wakes during the night or requires assistance
- Support with bedtime and early morning routines where required
- Monitor the young person’s wellbeing, emotional presentation, and any changes in their needs
- Complete accurate records, sleep logs, and incident reports to ensure effective handovers
- Maintain the safety, security, and cleanliness of the home throughout the night
- Work collaboratively with the day team to ensure consistency of care
- Safeguard the young person and promote their rights, wishes, and feelings at all times
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for individuals who are:
- Naturally caring, patient, and empathetic
- Calm, emotionally resilient, and able to remain professional during difficult situations
- Passionate about improving the lives of children and young people
- Reliable, observant, and able to work independently overnight
- Committed to providing therapeutic, child-centred care
Essential Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year’s experience supporting children and young people
- Experience supporting children with Autism, ADHD, trauma, learning disabilities, emotional regulation needs, or other complex needs
- Good understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries
- Full UK Driving Licence
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, Children & Young People’s Workforce, or equivalent
- Previous experience working within a children’s residential home
- Knowledge of Autism support strategies, sensory needs, and trauma-informed approaches
Why Join Accord Care Homes?
At Accord Care Homes, we believe every child deserves to feel safe, understood, and valued day and night. We are committed to providing a therapeutic home where young people can develop trust, build confidence, and reach their full potential.
As part of our team, you will receive:
- Competitive hourly rate of £12.50 – £13.50
- Funded Level 4 Residential Childcare Diploma and ongoing professional development
- Specialist training in Autism, therapeutic care, safeguarding, and positive behaviour support
- Regular supervision and support from experienced managers
- Clear opportunities for career progression
- Company pension scheme
- Casual dress
- Free on-site parking
- Employee discounts and referral programme
- Overtime opportunities
Join a Team That Provides Comfort and Security
A great waking night support worker does more than stay awake. They provide reassurance, consistency, and a sense of safety during a young person’s most vulnerable hours.
The small moments matter: a calm response during the night, a reassuring conversation, or helping a young person start their morning feeling settled and ready for the day ahead.
If you are caring, dependable, and want a rewarding role where your presence can make a genuine difference, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of a team dedicated to creating brighter futures.
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Bury BL8 (applicants must be able to reliably commute or relocate before starting)
Schedule: Waking nights, weekends, bank holidays, and overtime opportunities available
Licence/Certification: Full UK Driving Licence (required) | Level 3 Residential Childcare (desirable)
Work Location: In person
Pay: £12.50-£13.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
