Waking Night Residential Keyworker

**Position: Waking Night Residential Keyworker**

**Overview**
This vital position is designed for dedicated professionals committed to providing exceptional nighttime care and support for young individuals aged 5-18 experiencing social, emotional, and complex needs. Based in a residential setting, the role emphasizes creating a stable and nurturing environment, ensuring safety, and fostering developmental progress during night hours.

**Core Responsibilities**
- Vigilant supervision to ensure the safety and well-being of residents throughout the night.
- Assisting in the development and implementation of individual care plans, focusing on emotional support and crisis intervention as needed.
- Coordination with daytime staff to ensure a seamless transition and continuity of care.
- Engagement in therapeutic activities tailored to individual resident needs, promoting emotional resilience and self-regulation.
- Implementation of strategies to support positive sleep patterns and nighttime routines.
- Detailed record-keeping and reporting on incidents, progress, and any concerns, following stringent safeguarding protocols.

**Shift Pattern and Remuneration**
- A structured shift pattern ensuring comprehensive coverage, typically spanning over a two-week cycle with alternating workloads.
- Competitive salary reflecting qualifications and experience, with a clear structure for progression based on performance and additional responsibilities.
- Generous annual leave entitlement, recognizing the importance of work-life balance.

**Professional Requirements**
- Demonstrable experience in a similar role within children's residential care, showcasing an ability to manage complex behaviors and provide empathetic, effective support.
- A qualification in a relevant field (e.g., NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People's Workforce) or a strong commitment to undergo training.
- A thorough understanding of safeguarding, child protection policies, and the regulatory framework governing residential care.

**Benefits and Development**
- Access to comprehensive professional development programs, including specific training in therapeutic approaches and crisis management.
- A supportive and dynamic team environment, fostering professional growth and shared learning.
- Opportunities for advancement within the organization, including leadership and specialist roles.

**Application Insights**

This expanded role offers a unique challenge and the opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of young people in need. It calls for individuals who are not only skilled and experienced but also deeply compassionate and resilient, ready to contribute to a culture of care that promotes recovery, growth, and hope.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £20,000.00-£22,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress

Schedule:

- Night shift

**Experience**:

- Residential Childcare: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)
- NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (preferred)
- DBS on update system (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Ability to Commute:

- Walthamstow (required)

Work Location: In person