Full-Time – Waking Night Youth Development Support Worker
Location: Grantham NG32 Area
Shift Pattern: Rolling rota
Shift times: 20:00pm – 08:00am (average 42 hours per week)
Please Note: We are no longer able to offer sponsorship (including switch) therefore you must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK.
About the Role
We are recruiting for a Waking Night Youth Development Support Worker to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable young people. These young people have experienced early trauma, neglect, and significant challenges, and require high-quality therapeutic support. You will be supported by 1 or 2 sleep-ins.
You will be responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and structured environment while promoting independence, resilience, and positive outcomes.
This role is suited to someone who is:
- Enthusiastic and passionate about supporting young people
- Experienced in lone working on waking nights (minimum 12 months)
- Committed to safeguarding, therapeutic practice, and managing dysregulated behaviour
Pay & Progression
- Level 2: £32,861.56 (£15.05/hr)
12+ months waking night experience without L3 Diploma
- Level 3: £34,008.16 (£15.57/hr)
12+ months waking night experience + 50% completed L3 Diploma
- Level 4: £36,049.10 (£16.51/hr)
12+ months waking night experience + completed L3 Diploma
Qualifications
- Essential: 12 months+ waking night experience in a similar setting
- Desirable: Level 3 / 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
- If not yet achieved, we will support you to complete the qualification
What We’re Looking For
✅ Strong safeguarding knowledge
✅ Experience de-escalating and managing dysregulated behaviour
✅ Commitment to high standards of practice
✅ Ability to build professional, supportive relationships with young people
✅ Full UK driving licence & access to a car (homes not accessible by public transport)
What We Offer
- Clear career progression & promotion opportunities
- Enhanced overtime & sleep-in rates
- Loyalty & attendance bonuses
- Blue Light Discount Card
- Healthcare plan & occupational sick pay
- Comprehensive training & induction (Mon–Fri, daytime)
- Funded Level 3/4 Diploma in Residential Childcare
- Generous referral scheme
- Auto-enrolment pension
- DBS paid (including annual update service)
Application Process
- Submit your enquiry to receive a full job description & application form
- Phone call to discuss the role
- Face-to-face interview (for suitable candidates)
- Assessed shadow shift (final stage)
Website in development: www.anchorcareandeducation.co.uk
Anchor Care and Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants will require an Enhanced DBS and satisfactory references. We are a diverse, equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
If you’re ready to make a genuine difference — apply today. We’d love to hear from you!
Email address: [email protected]
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £32,861.56-£36,049.10 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Application question(s):
- Anchor Care and Education is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the UK?
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- waking nights: 1 year (required)
- children's residential care: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
