Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker
Area Camden
Little Wratting, Haverhill
Salary
£30,000
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
You will look after young people in a residential home during night shifts, keeping them safe and supporting their needs. The role suits caring people who can work 12‑hour nights and have a Level 3 childcare qualification.
What you'll need
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent
- Able to work 20:00‑08:00 waking night shifts
- Good communication and listening skills
- Experience or interest in supporting children and young people
- Satisfactory DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check
- Basic first aid knowledge is helpful
How to boost your chances
- Obtain a Level 3 Diploma or similar before applying
- Write a clear CV highlighting any childcare or night‑shift experience
- Prepare answers on why you want night work and how you stay alert
- Make sure you have or can quickly get a valid DBS check
- Read about Area Camden’s values to show you fit their culture
- Plan transport for early start times and night shifts
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Job description
Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker Company: Area Camden Contract Type: Permanent Location: Haverhill, Suffolk Salary: Up to £31,867.18 per annum (dependent on qualifications) Qualified Rate: Applies to those with a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Hours: 20:00-08:00 (12-hour waking night shifts) About Area Camden: Area Camden, part of the Polaris Community, provides high-quality, consistent care to help young people achieve their goals. Our staff are caref…
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Provenance
Source
Adzuna
First seen
20 August 2026
Last checked
28 August 2026
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