Rockhopper Children's Services

Waking Night Care Worker – Children & Young People

Rolling rota -3 shifts on, 3 off, followed by 2 shifts on, 2 off

Hours - 10pm ‘til 9am

Are you caring, patient, and passionate about supporting young people?

As a Waking Night Care Worker, you will provide consistent overnight support, ensuring each child’s safety, well‑being, and comfort in line with our policies and procedures. You’ll help maintain a secure, nurturing environment while responding to individual needs and promoting a sense of stability throughout the night.

What you’ll do

· Provide awake‑night supervision, ensuring the home remains safe and calm

· Work with the team to offer emotional and practical support

· Complete regular safety and security checks and ensure all children/young people are accounted for

· Support bedtime routines and help children/young people settle for the night

· Assist children/young people in the morning with waking and getting ready

· Create a supportive environment where every child/young person feels valued and listened to

What we're looking for

· A caring and empathetic nature

· Experience working with children and young people with complex and mental health needs

· Resilience, patience, and a positive attitude

· A passion for making a difference in young lives

What we offer

We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.

When you join Rockhopper Children's Services, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.

· Supportive, friendly team environment

· Training and development

· Health and well‑being support (24/7 helpline & counselling)

· Retail, travel & leisure discounts

· Cycle to Work scheme

· Generous life cover

About us

Our home is designed to provide a safe, supportive environment where children with ASC, ADHD, and SEMH needs can achieve positive and lasting outcomes. Our specialist model brings together care, education, health, and mental health support within a nurturing residential setting. This integrated approach helps children build resilience, develop independence, engage positively in their community and education, and make meaningful progress in their rehabilitation and recovery amongst other outcomes.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

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