Waking Night Support Worker

2 weeks ago

Bedford MK, United Kingdom Cornerways Full time £13,000 - £13,590 per year

Job Overview

Cornerways Homes is seeking compassionate, resilient, and dedicated Waking Night Residential Care Workers to join our team supporting children and young people aged 11–17 in our small, family-style residential homes.

You will play a vital role in helping young people develop confidence, stability, and independence. Our focus is on providing high-quality care within a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where every child can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide consistent care and emotional support to children and young people in line with their individual care plans.
  • Promote positive routines, boundaries, and daily structure to create a sense of safety and belonging.
  • Support with day-to-day tasks such as meals, personal care (where needed), school preparation, and activities.
  • Encourage learning, independence, and positive life skills through therapeutic interactions and role modelling.
  • Manage challenging behaviour using approved behaviour support techniques.
  • Maintain accurate, professional records and contribute to care planning and review meetings.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues, social workers, education providers, and other professionals.
  • Participate in key work sessions and ensure young people's voices are heard and respected.
  • Safeguard and promote the welfare of all children in your care, in line with statutory and organisational requirements.
  • Support young people to attend appointments, education, and community activities.

Experience and Skills

  • Experience working with children or young people in a residential, educational, or social care setting (preferred).
  • Understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and trauma-informed care.
  • Strong communication, empathy, and relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to stay calm under pressure and manage challenging situations effectively.
  • Relevant qualifications such as Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it).
  • Full UK driving licence (preferred).
  • First aid training and knowledge of medication administration are advantageous.

Why Join Cornerways Homes?

  • Supportive management and team culture
  • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
  • Opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people

If you are passionate about supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes and want to be part of a committed, child-centred team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to join Cornerways Homes and help make a difference every day.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £13.31-£13.59 per hour

Expected hours: 36 per week

Application question(s):

  • Do you have an enhanced DBS and are you on the Update system?

Work Location: In person

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