Waking Night Support Worker

Waking Night Support Worker Company: Apple Orchard Salary: 28,619.14 per annum with potential to earn extra with overtime hours. Location: Guildford, Surrey Contract: Full Time, Permanent Specific Hours: Up to 55 hours per week, depending on the home and rota pattern What We Offer: Competitive salary of 28,619.14 per annum with potential to earn extra with overtimeFull induction, ongoing training, regular supervision and a fully funded Level 3 qualificationCompany pensionAccess to employee discount and wellbeing programmesClear career progression, including routes into senior and leadership rolesSupportive managers, experienced colleagues and a team culture where you will not be expected to learn aloneApple Orchard provides high–quality residential care across five children's homes in Surrey and West Sussex. We support boys aged 12–18 in calm, therapeutic settings where they can feel safe, valued and understood. Joining our team means becoming part of a caring and professional environment where relationships are at the heart of everything we do. You'll support young people who have experienced trauma and adversity, helping them build confidence, develop life skills and achieve their potential. Whether you're guiding a young person through a difficult day or celebrating a personal milestone, your support can have a lasting impact. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is caring, resilient and committed to making a lasting difference. You do not need to have worked in residential childcare before. If you bring the right values, attitude and willingness to learn, we will provide a full induction, hands–on support, ongoing training and the development you need to build confidence and succeed in the role. What You'll Do: Please note that rota patterns vary by service. Current patterns include:10:00pm to 9:00am shifts, averaging 40 hours per week on 4 nights on, 4 nights off rotaAn average of 55 hours per week on 5 nights on, 5 nights off rota, with additional shifts as requiredSafeguard and promote the welfare of young people in line with the Children Act 1989Attend team meetings, supervision sessions and all mandatory training as requiredArrive on time, complete handovers and remain informed of each young person's needsBuild positive relationships to support young people's emotional and practical wellbeingPromote bedtime routines, personal hygiene and healthy lifestyle choicesConduct night–time welfare checks and accurately record any significant eventsComplete all required nightly records, checks and documentationPrepare the breakfast area and ensure communal spaces are clean and tidyUndertake any other duties requested by the line managerMaintain the safety and security of the home and young people at all timesWhat We're Looking For: Essential: A genuine passion for making a positive difference in children's livesA caring, resilient and patient approach, with the ability to stay calm under pressureFlexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends and sleep–insFull UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, due to the rural location of some homesHelpful but not essential: Experience working with children, care, education, youth work, mental health, residential services or similar settingsLevel 3 qualification in Residential Childcare, Families Practitioner or Health and Social Care, or willingness to work towards a relevant qualificationStrong written and verbal communication skillsA team–focused attitude, good sense of humour and emotional resilienceConfidence following procedures, writing reports and contributing to care plansWhat are you waiting for? Apply today or contact us directly on or (phone number removed) to speak to Katie, our friendly Recruitment Coordinator. Apple Orchard is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Apple Orchard is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,