Witherslack Group
Night Support Worker - Children's Homes
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Night Support Worker - Children's Homes
Night Support Worker (Waking Nights) – Children’s Homes
£30,849 - £33,896 (assuming good attendance + £1,400 attendance allowance)
Hours: Waking nights (4 on / 4 off)
About the Role
Being part of a young person’s life—especially during the night—means holding the space for their highest highs and lowest lows. As a Night Support Worker, you’ll be integral to helping our young people reclaim their childhood, navigate their challenges, and build a pathway toward adulthood. Yes, this won’t always be easy—but every small win matters.
Our homes care for young people with complex social, emotional, and mental health needs, and we see our role as pivotal in creating the best possible outcomes for them. You won’t just tackle the big moments; you’ll celebrate the huge small victories—because those tiny breakthroughs add up to the most meaningful change.
What You’ll Do
You’ll be our loving, strengthening presence through the night, supporting young people and running the home efficiently. Key responsibilities include:
- Providing urgent, compassionate support—whether for a young person feeling ill, upset, distressed by trauma, or unable to sleep. Your presence can make all the difference.
- Building trust and rapport, becoming someone they feel safe opening up to in difficult moments.
- Assisting with daily care and household duties—paperwork, cleaning, laundry, and maintenance—ensuring the home environment remains positive and functional.
- Recognizing individual needs, personalities, and challenges to guide young people toward stability and growth.
- Collaborating with other support staff to ensure cohesive care and consistency for each young person.
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What We Offer
We reward commitment with a Competitive Salary & Unmatched Perks:
- Salary: Base rate of £29,449 - £32,496 (negotiable within this range)
- Bonuses: £1,400 attendance allowance (assuming consistent attendance)
- Training: 4-week Care Academy induction (paid training with experienced professionals)
- Holidays: 7 weeks (rewarding the hours you put in)
- CPD & Progression:
- Many promotions to Team Leader/Manager roles have come from within the organisation.
- Access to our ‘Aspire’ programme, preparing you for leadership positions.
- Flexible Benefits:
- Adjust your holiday allowance, pension, or life insurance to suit your needs.
- Wellbeing Support:
- Employee assistance programme, medical cover (optician/dentist rebates), high-street discounts.
- Well-designed homes with modern facilities.
- Refer a Friend Scheme: £1,000 bonus for each successful referral.
- Diversity & Belonging:
- We actively celebrate differences—our personal and professional backgrounds mirror the diverse lives of our young people.
- No prior residential childcare experience needed, though we’ll sponsor your Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare if required.
Our Inclusion Commitment
Witherslack Group is proud to be the UK’s highest Ofsted-rated provider of special education and care. Inclusivity is at our core, and we’re committed to standing with every part of our diverse team. We see differences as the strengths that make us better—whether for the young people we teach or the colleagues who shape our future.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you require adjustments to make this role accessible—at any stage—we’re here to support you.
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Requirements
- A ‘can-do’ mindset—roll up your sleeves daily in a fast-paced environment.
- Empathy and genuine care for young people and your team.
- Resilience to navigate challenges without losing focus on your purpose.
- Full UK driving licence (held for at least 12 months).
- No formal qualifications needed, but if you don’t have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), we’ll fund and support your studies.
Next Steps
If this role speaks to you, join the Witherslack Group—where night shifts aren’t just about covering hours; they’re about rewriting futures.
“Good candidates feel the heart of the role even here. Want to accelerate into children’s care without years of experience? Like to see progress in your hours, not just outcomes? Want to part of a team that’s genuinely on a young person’s side, through both the stormy nights and the small victories that bring you back to Earth in the morning. This is that job.” (Internal insight)
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Key Terms
SEMH (Social Emotional & Mental Health Needs) WG (Witherslack Group) – lifting, long-lasting care. For more, check out witherslackgroup.co.uk.
Good to know:
- Ofsted Outstanding Provider
- Enhanced DBS check covered
- Image of care, where every small intervention matters
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