waking night support worker - children's residential care home.

We have both temporary and permanent positions available!

About Randstad

Randstad is a leading provider of experienced professionals for residential care settings. Our Waking Night Support Workers play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of young people who have experienced significant trauma, mental health issues, and other challenges. We are dedicated to helping each young person build resilience, foster positive relationships, and achieve their full potential during the night.

Key Responsibilities

• Overnight Supervision: Provide vigilant and compassionate overnight care and supervision to young people in a residential setting.
• Safety and Security: Ensure the safety and security of all residents through regular checks and proactive risk management.
• Support and Guidance: Offer emotional support and guidance to young people who may experience distress during the night.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records and documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including social workers, therapists, and educators.
• Training Participation: Engage in regular training and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.

Requirements

• Experience: Experience supporting children with challenging behaviour and childhood trauma is essential. Previous experience in a children's residential home or as a waking night support worker is advantageous.
• Driver's License: A valid driver's license is required.
• Registration: Must be registered or willing to register with Social Care Wales.
• DBS Check: Must have or be willing to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Skills and Attributes

• Empathy and Understanding: A deep understanding of the complex needs of young people.
• Industry Knowledge: Well versed in safeguarding regulations, de escalation techniques and the practices associated with being a childrens residential support worker
• Communication Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Calm and Composed: Ability to remain calm and composed in challenging situations.
• Proactive Approach: A proactive and positive approach to problem-solving.

What We Offer

• Training: Comprehensive induction and ongoing training, including access to health and social care Level 3 and Team Teach Training.
• Career Development: Opportunities for career advancement and progression, including the chance to transition from temporary to permanent roles and explore various career paths.
• Supportive Environment: A supportive and inclusive working environment, ensuring you work with competent colleagues and are matched with young people where you can be most successful.
• Competitive Pay: Competitive salary/hourly rate, holiday pay, and all wages paid through PAYE.
• Weekly Pay: Enjoy the convenience of weekly pay.

How to Apply

If you are ready to make a positive impact in the lives of young people during the night and meet the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and suitability for the position by applying for the advert.

Join us in creating a brighter future for young people. Apply today for our Waking Night Support Worker positions!

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.