Waking Nights Support Worker Children’s Job at Horsham Full Time

Position: Waking Nights Support Worker – Children’s Home
Waking Nights Support Worker – Children’s Residential Home
Horsham | From £28,091.70 per year | Waking nights only
A well-established residential childcare provider is looking for a Waking Nights Support Worker to join their team in Horsham. This role is being advertised by 1

Four1 Recruitment.
This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people within a residential care setting during the night. The service takes a person-centred approach, focusing on helping individuals develop confidence, independence and a strong voice in their daily lives while ensuring their safety and wellbeing at all times.

Key Responsibilities
 
* Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children and young people throughout the night
 
* Maintain the security of the home and carry out regular checks
 
* Accurately record attendance and complete night logs and handovers
 
* Safely store and administer medication in line with procedures
 
* Remain vigilant and report any safeguarding concerns immediately
 
* Build positive relationships with young people and staff
 
* Support a clean, safe and well-maintained living environment
 
* Follow care plans and work in line with guidance from the Registered Manager
Requirements
 
* Previous experience working with children or young people in a care setting
 
* Experience as a Support Worker, Care Assistant or Residential Childcare Worker
 
* Comfortable working waking night shifts only
 
* Full UK driving licence and ability to commute to Horsham
 
* Good communication skills and a calm, reliable approach
 
* Understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities
 
* NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care (preferred)
 
* GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
 
* Right to work in the UK
Benefits
 
* Discounted or free food
 
* Health & wellbeing programme
 
* On-site parking
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Four1 Recruitment
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Four1 Recruitment is a Crawley-based recruitment agency supporting healthcare providers across the South East. We specialise in connecting experienced care professionals with quality employers.
Compliance
This role will require an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. 1

Four1 Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals.
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