Job Introduction
Job Description
Therapeutic Care Worker - Waking Nights
Location – Stalham, Norfolk
Contract type – Fixed Term Contract
Salary - £39,416 Pro Rata
Summary of the Role
The residential waking night role is designed for someone who has a passion for working with a child with complex needs who requires adult support throughout the night.
You will work as part of our therapeutic care team to provide a waking night service meeting the specific needs of a young person who requires 24/7 support.
The Residential waking night role will require you to work up to 7 nights in 14, on a two-week rolling Rota between 2200hrs and 0830hrs.
This role will involve some lone working, though there will initially be two staff working each night.
Key Responsibilities
- To complete all mandatory training required for the role which will be provided and paid for by Clover Childcare Services
- Promote and safeguard the welfare of young people overnight
- Respond appropriately to young people’s needs throughout the night, which may include the need for personal care
- Complete all necessary paperwork accurately throughout the shift
- Escalate any concerns appropriately and maintain professional boundaries and model safe and respectful behaviour at all times.
- Promote emotional regulation and resilience through our attachment based therapeutic approach
- Adhere to all Clover Childcare Services policies, including ‘Positive Care’
- Take part in a handover with day staff at the start and end of every shift
- This list is not exhaustive and further detail can be found on the person specification and job description upon request
What We Offer
Build Your Career
Fully funded qualifications and clear pathways into Team Leader, Deputy and Registered Manager roles
Ongoing learning and development through structured programmes and hands-on experience
Opportunities to step up, take on responsibility, and grow within the organisation
Feel Supported
24/7 access to confidential support through our Employee Assistance Programme
OnDemand GP access
A strong team culture where people support each other day-to-day
Work That Works for You
28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing with service
Celebrate your birthday!
Wellbeing days to support staff when needed
Team-based working patterns
Be Part of Something Bigger
Opportunities to get involved in our international projects, including trips to Tanzania supporting local communities
A values-led organisation focused on making a genuine difference — not just commercially, but socially
The Essentials
Pension with NEST
Access to discounts via Sage Employee Benefits and Blue Light Card
Employee referral bonus scheme
Long service recognition awards
On-site parking (where available)
Relaxed dress code
About Silver Birch Care (Holdings) Limited
Clover Childcare Services are proud to be part of Silver Birch Care (Holdings) Limited who are a leading provider of high-quality education, supported accommodation, residential care, and specialist support for children and young people aged 5 to 25 across the UK.
We are a family owned provider, driven by our commitment to care. This makes us different from other organisations in the sector. Because we are not owned by venture capital investors or corporate shareholders, we reinvest any surplus funds into our services and support charities around the world.
Through our family of services – including Silver Birch Care, Silver Birch Care (Residential Services), The Beeches, Benecare, and Clover Childcare Services, alongside our two independent specialist schools – we operate more than 60 children's homes and supported living services across London, Peterborough, Northampton, Kent, and Norfolk.
We are proud that Clover Childcare Services is the UK’s first Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP) Residential Certified Organisation, reflecting our strong commitment to trauma-informed and attachment-focused care.
Working in partnership with over 60 local authorities, we support children and young people to overcome challenges, celebrate their achievements, and build the skills they need to live safe, happy, and fulfilling lives.
Our experienced and dedicated teams nurture every individual, ensuring they feel safe, supported, and valued.
Safeguarding
Silver Birch Care Holdings is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of children and young people. Appointments are made subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment employment checks in line with Ofsted regulations. This will include satisfactory references, enhanced DBS from the Disclosures and Barring Service and, where applicable, any international equivalent being obtained.
