Waking Night Support Worker
7 days ago
Crawley
\n Join Our Team as a Waking Night Support Worker!\n Company: Apple Orchard Salary: £28,619.14 per annum (with opportunities for overtime) Location: Crawley, West Sussex Contract: Full Time, Permanent Specific Hours: Up to 55 hours per week, depending on the home and rota pattern What We Offer:\n \n • Competitive salary with potential for overtime earnings\n, • Comprehensive induction and ongoing training, including a fully funded Level 3 qualification\n, • Company pension plan\n, • Access to employee discounts and wellbeing programs\n, • Clear career progression opportunities into senior and leadership roles\n, • A supportive team culture with experienced colleagues\n \n At Apple Orchard, we provide high-quality residential care across five children's homes in Surrey and West Sussex. Our mission is to support boys aged 12-18 in calm, therapeutic settings where they can feel safe, valued, and understood. \n By joining our team, you’ll become part of a caring and professional environment where relationships are at the heart of everything we do. You’ll have the chance to support young people who have faced trauma and adversity, helping them build confidence, develop life skills, and achieve their potential. Your support can make a lasting impact—whether you’re guiding a young person through a tough day or celebrating their achievements. \n This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is caring, resilient, and committed to making a difference. No prior experience in residential childcare is necessary; if you have the right values, attitude, and a willingness to learn, we’ll provide you with all the training and support you need to succeed. Your Responsibilities:\n \n • Please note that rota patterns vary by service. Current patterns include: \n \n, • 10:00 PM to 9:00 AM shifts, averaging 40 hours per week on a 4 nights on, 4 nights off rota\n, • An average of 55 hours per week on a 5 nights on, 5 nights off rota, with additional shifts as required\n \n, • Safeguard and promote the welfare of young people in line with the Children Act 1989\n, • Attend team meetings, supervision sessions, and mandatory training\n, • Arrive on time, complete handovers, and stay informed about each young person's needs\n, • Build positive relationships to support young people's emotional and practical wellbeing\n, • Promote bedtime routines, personal hygiene, and healthy lifestyle choices\n, • Conduct night-time welfare checks and accurately record significant events\n, • Complete all required nightly records, checks, and documentation\n, • Prepare the breakfast area and ensure communal spaces are clean and tidy\n, • Undertake any other duties requested by the line manager\n, • Maintain the safety and security of the home and young people at all times\n What We're Looking For:\n Essential: \n \n • A genuine passion for making a positive difference in children's lives\n, • A caring, resilient, and patient approach, with the ability to stay calm under pressure\n, • Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins\n, • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle due to the rural location of some homes\n \n Helpful but not essential: \n \n • Experience in care, education, youth work, mental health, or similar settings\n, • Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare, Families Practitioner, or Health and Social Care (or willingness to work towards one)\n, • Strong written and verbal communication skills\n, • A team-focused attitude, good sense of humour, and emotional resilience\n, • Confidence in following procedures, writing reports, and contributing to care plans\n What Are You Waiting For?\n Apply today and take the first step towards a fulfilling career where you can truly make a difference! \n Apple Orchard is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. \n