Overnight Children's Support Worker (Waking Nights)

Keys Group; Taunton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's care provider in Taunton is seeking a Waking Nights Children's Support Worker. This role involves providing care and support for young people with emotional and behavioral difficulties. Responsibilities include personal care, encouragement, and building trusting relationships. Applicants should possess experience in relevant fields, strong communication skills, and a caring attitude. Training, enhanced pay, and various employee benefits are offered, alongside a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Fully funded training and qualifications

Enhanced pay scales

Free meals

Employee Benefits programme

Life assurance

28 days annual leave

Staff Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in adult care, education, or supporting vulnerable people is ideal.
• The role requires emotional resilience and a caring nature.
• Communication skills, including Makaton or BSL, are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and personal care to children.
• Act as a positive role model.
• Ensure safety and wellbeing during the night.

Skills

Previous relevant experience or transferable skills

Passion and desire to support children

Good level of English communication skills

Experience or knowledge of child-centred models

Naturally caring, flexible and resilient

Full UK driver's license

Job description

A children's care provider in Taunton is seeking a Waking Nights Children's Support Worker. This role involves providing care and support for young people with emotional and behavioral difficulties. Responsibilities include personal care, encouragement, and building trusting relationships. Applicants should possess experience in relevant fields, strong communication skills, and a caring attitude. Training, enhanced pay, and various employee benefits are offered, alongside a supportive working environment.