Brand-New Children's Home | Sutton Coldfield | Waking Night Residential Support Worker
While most people are asleep, you'll be helping to create a safe, calm, and reassuring environment for children and young people who need consistency, care, and support throughout the night.
We're opening a brand-new children's home in Sutton Coldfield and are looking for compassionate, reliable, and dedicated Waking Night Residential Support Workers to join our team.
This is more than a night shift - it's an opportunity to make young people feel safe, secure, and cared for when they need it most.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Providing overnight care and support to children and young people.
- Maintaining a safe, calm, and nurturing environment throughout the night.
- Completing regular welfare checks and responding to the needs of young people.
- Supporting children who may wake during the night, offering reassurance and emotional support.
- Completing household tasks to ensure the home is ready for the day ahead.
- Writing clear and accurate records, handovers, and incident reports.
- Working closely with the daytime team to ensure continuity of care.
- Following safeguarding procedures and promoting the welfare of every young person.
We're Looking For Someone Who...
- Is calm, patient, and compassionate.
- Can work independently and make confident decisions.
- Has excellent observation and communication skills.
- Is reliable, trustworthy, and committed to providing outstanding care.
- Has experience working with children or young people (preferred but not essential).
- Holds a full UK driving licence.
- Holds, or is willing to work towards, a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
What We Offer:
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing training.
- Excellent opportunities for career progression.
- A supportive management team that values your contribution.
- Pension scheme and generous annual leave.
- The opportunity to help shape a brand-new children's home from the very beginning.
- A rewarding career where every shift makes a real difference.
Why Join Us?
Night-time can be the most challenging part of the day for some young people. Your presence, reassurance, and support can help them feel safe, settled, and secure.
As part of our team, you'll play a vital role in creating a home where children don't just sleep- they feel protected, valued, and cared for.
If you're passionate about making a difference and want to be part of something special from day one, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now!
Pay: £13.00-£14.00 per hour
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
