Waking Night Support Worker
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London, UKView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£34,320
Contract
Not specified
Hours
Full time
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
You will stay awake through the night caring for children in a residential home, checking their wellbeing and offering support. The role suits people who are calm, caring and can work night shifts.
What you'll need
- Experience working with children or young people in a care setting
- Ability to follow care plans and safeguarding rules
- Willingness to work overnight hours
- Good communication and relationship‑building skills
- Basic health and social care qualification (e.g., Level 2) or willingness to train
- Clear DBS check or ability to obtain one
How to boost your chances
- Prepare a clear example of a time you helped a child feel safe
- Check you have a valid DBS check or can apply for one
- Highlight any night‑shift or 24‑hour care experience
- Show you understand trauma‑informed approaches
- Make sure your CV lists any relevant qualifications
- Practice answering why you want to work with vulnerable children
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Job description
Waking Night Support Worker Children’s Residential Home £16.50 per hour | Full & Part Time We are recruiting a Waking Night Support Worker to provide safe, consistent overnight care for children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs. As a Waking Night Support Worker , you will: Provide overnight care, welfare checks and emotional support. Follow care plans and safeguarding procedures. Promote positive behaviour using trauma-informed approaches. Build positive relationships with …
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
Adzuna
First seen
18 September 2026
Last checked
7 October 2026
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