Support Worker - Nights

Waking Night Support Worker - Bournemouth

Location:

Bournemouth |

Hours:

Waking Nights (Full‑time / Part‑time available) | Pay: £13.50 per hour | Contract Type:
Permanent

We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Waking Night Support Worker to join our residential team in Bournemouth. This role involves providing overnight emotional and practical support to families facing complex challenges.

• Provide consistent emotional and practical support to families during night hours
• Build strong, trusting relationships with parents to help them feel safe, included, and empowered
• Use trauma‑informed approaches to help families understand and meet their children's needs
• Support the development of healthy routines, boundaries, and positive behaviours
• Facilitate open and honest discussions that promote transparency and confidence
• Encourage families to identify and build on their strengths using tools such as the ‘traffic light system’
• Collaborate with professionals and wider networks to ensure joined‑up care
• Promote child safety and well‑being as central to every intervention

• Experience in social care, family support, or residential settings
• A calm, empathetic, and resilient approach to overnight care
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trust
• Understanding of trauma‑informed practice and safeguarding principles
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a wider team

• £13.50 per hour
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities for career progression
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of families

If you are ready to be a steady and supportive presence during the night, helping families feel safe and empowered, we would love to hear from you.