Night Support Worker - Children's Homes

Job Overview

£30,849 - £33,896 assuming good attendance.

Hours:

Waking nights (4 on / 4 off). Your role as a night support worker will involve being there for the highs and lows of the young people in our care, providing immediate support during the night and ensuring a safe, nurturing environment for them to rest and recover.

• Respond promptly when a young person wakes up in the middle of the night with trauma, illness, or other needs.
• Build rapport and be a trusted figure of support during times of distress.
• Manage the home: complete paperwork, conduct cleaning, and handle laundry duties.
• Monitor safety and well‑being of all residents throughout the shift.
• Support residents in developing positive routines and a sense of comfort.

• A ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others.
• Genuine empathy, honesty, and a caring attitude towards young people and colleagues.
• Resilience to handle challenging situations.
• A full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months.
• Level3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) is not required – training will be provided if you do not already hold it.

• Competitive salary and £1,400 attendance allowance.
• Full 4‑week induction through our Care Academy.
• 7 weeks holiday per year, with flexible allocation, pension and life insurance options.
• Well‑being support, employee assistance, and medical cover for optician/dentist appointments.
• Access to a wide range of high‑street discounts and a strong focus on personal development.
• Opportunity to progress to future management roles through our Aspire programme.
• Friend referral bonus of £1,000 for each successful referral.

Witherslack Group is an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way. We also provide an enhanced DBS check (cost covered by the company) for this position.