Waking Nights Childrens Residential Support Worker
5 days ago
Penrith
Support Children While the World Sleeps – Waking Night Residential Support Worker As a Waking Night Residential Support Worker at Wilderness Way, you'll play a vital role in supporting vulnerable children through the night - creating a peaceful, nurturing environment where they feel safe, seen, and supported. Whether you're already experienced or looking to start a new career with purpose, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in children’s lives Why Join Us? • Base salary from £14/hour (from £29,120 for full-time hours), • 10-hour night shifts (typically 10pm–8am), • Open to full-time and part-time applicants, • 5.6 weeks annual leave, • Extra leave awarded at 2- and 5-years’ service, • Thorough induction and six-month welcome programme, • Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if not yet achieved), • £1,000 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus, • Monthly Wilderness Heroes Awards recognising your impact, • Medicash health benefits: optical/dental cashback, 24/7 virtual GP, wellness discounts, • Gym, high street and restaurant discounts, • Life assurance (2x salary) You'll provide calm, consistent care through the night, checking in on children, offering reassurance if they wake, and supporting any overnight needs. You’ll also complete light household tasks, write accurate logs, and help with the morning routine before handover to the day team. You’ll usually be the sole waking staff member on shift, with sleep-in colleagues on site and a supportive, trauma-informed culture around you. What We’re Looking For • Experience with children or young people—in care, education, or similar, • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it), • Calm, dependable, and emotionally resilient, • A full UK driving licence and access to transport