Waking Night Support Worker

Job Description

Do you want to empower young people through a sense of belonging, security and safety and empowermentDo you want a great benefits package with your next jobHargate Healthcare have an opportunity for an experienced Residential Support Worker to work permanent night shifts. The service is home to males aged 15 to 21 who have experienced trauma during their young life and have demonstrated harmful sexual behaviours.As a successful candidate you would already have 2 years experience of working with children and young adults in a similar setting. Your role within the home would be to work through the night to and be responsible for the supervision and support of the boys.You will need you to keep an accurate log of observations and to receive and hand-over information to day-shift staff of any special instructions relating to the needs of the boys. You will work alongside a co-worker for the night shift and will be expectedto do some light cleaning.Waking Night Support Worker Benefits* Pension - contributions higher than Government minimum requirement* Access to an independent Employee Assistance Programme (free counselling, financial advice, legal information)* Paid-for breaks* Basic salary of £23,100* Free meals/refreshments when on shift* Overtime (subject to availability)* Free parking on site* Blue Light CardWaking Night Worker Experience & Qualifications* A minimum of two years experience in childcare or a related field of work.* NVQ Level 3 Diploma Children and Young Persons or equivalent is a requirement and must be completed within 12 months of joining.* A strong belief in residential therapeutic interventions as a powerful and legitimate form of care for some young people* A clean and current driving license is essentialIf you fit the above criteria, are resilient, empathetic, enthusiastic, with a good sense of humour, and are committed to providing quality care to children and young people the please apply now!