Waking Night Residential Support Worker Residential Children’s Home
Top Job Recruitment is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual for the position of Waking Night Residential Support Worker in a Residential Children's Home which has received a Good rating in all areas.
At Top Job Recruitment, we prioritize the safety and well-being of the children and young people in our care. We adhere to strict recruitment procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and vetting, to ensure the highest standards of safer recruitment and safeguarding.
Qualifications: We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who have a genuine desire to support children and young people with additional needs. While experience working with children who have behavioral challenges or additional mental health and well-being needs such as Autism or ADHD is desirable, it is not essential. The successful candidate should possess empathy, understanding, and a commitment to helping children achieve their aspirations. Resilience and the ability to manage challenging behavior in a caring and considerate manner are also crucial qualities for this role.
Responsibilities: As a Waking Night Residential Support Worker, you will be part of a dedicated staff team responsible for fulfilling the statement of purpose of the children's home. Your primary duty will be to ensure the safety and well-being of the residents throughout the night, with support from a sleep-in staff member. You will handle any behavior management issues that arise during the night and maintain communication with the on-call manager as needed. Additionally, you will assist the day team in maintaining the home and its expectations. If required, you will provide proactive support to children during the night and provide a comprehensive handover to the morning team for any necessary follow-up support.
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Remuneration: £12.00 - £12.50 per hour