Waking Night Carer

Waking Night Support Worker  
Be the caring presence that helps vulnerable children sleep safely and wake up ready for tomorrow. As a Night Care Support Worker at Goldcrest Lodge, you'll provide essential overnight care that directly impacts young lives. 

Make a Real Difference Every Night
Location: Goldcrest Lodge
Hours: 7:00pm – 7:00am (Night Shift) - some weekend work
Contract: Part-Time (as required) circa 24 hours

About Goldcrest Lodge
Goldcrest Lodge is looking for compassionate, reliable, and dedicated Night Care Support Workers to join our team. Working as part of our experienced care team, you will help provide a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment throughout the night.

What You'll Be Doing
Providing Outstanding Care

• Support the Head of Care, Deputy, and Senior staff to maintain the highest standards of care
• Follow medical guidance and administer care in line with individual care plans
• Carry out regular welfare checks on children throughout the night (minimum every 15 minutes where required)
• Comfort, settle, and support children who wake during the night
• Promote the dignity, privacy, and wellbeing of every child

Household Duties

• Complete laundry, including washing, drying, ironing, and putting away bedding and towels
• Assist with light food preparation when required
• Clean and maintain communal areas, including toilets, sinks, floors, and bins
• Communication & Record Keeping
• Maintain effective communication with the day team through accurate handovers
• Keep the Head of Care informed of any incidents or concerns during the night
• Complete daily reports for each child
• Record accidents, incidents, and medication administration accurately

Health, Safety & Safeguarding

• Follow all safeguarding, health and safety, and fire safety procedures
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Attend mandatory training and professional development sessions

What We're Looking For

• Caring, patient, and compassionate
• Reliable with excellent communication skills
• Able to remain calm under pressure
• Committed to safeguarding children and promoting their wellbeing
• Flexible and able to work independently during night shifts
• Previous experience in residential childcare or care work is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided for the right candidate

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Opportunities for career progression
• Supportive management team
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference to children's lives

Safer Recruitment
All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check and the receipt of at least two satisfactory references before employment can commence.

Goldcrest Lodge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and are committed to providing a supportive environment where employees can develop through ongoing training and professional development.

Ready to be the make a difference in the lives of children and young people? Apply today and start making a difference tonight.