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Waking Night Support Workers Wanted for a Brand-New Children's Home near Sudbury
Sevello Children's Homes are recruiting Waking Night Support Workers for their exciting new home in Cavendish.
Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a brand-new team and support up to 4 children aged 5–12, many of whom will have a diagnosis such as Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), ADHD, or Autism. You'll be part of a caring, resilient, and dedicated team that provides a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment.
The Role
As a Waking Night Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the safety, stability, and wellbeing of the children overnight. You'll provide a calm and reassuring presence, manage any incidents that occur, and support children with morning routines so they start the day positively.
Salary & Shifts
* Qualified: £30,764 per year
* Unqualified: £28,157 per year
Shift Pattern: 4 on, 4 off – excellent work-life balance
Shift Times: 22:00 – 08:00 (waking night shifts)
Annual Leave: 240 hours (30 days)
Location: Cavendish, Suffolk (village location – driving licence required)
Responsibilities
* Provide consistent emotional and practical support to children during the night
* Monitor the home environment to ensure safety and security
* Respond appropriately to any incidents or emergencies
* Offer a calm and supportive presence for children who may wake during the night
* Support morning routines and handover to the day team
* Follow care plans and safeguarding procedures to maintain the highest standards of care
What We're Looking For
* Passion for working with children and making a difference in their lives
* Ability to build trusting relationships and provide emotional support
* A positive, proactive, and patient approach
* Full UK driving licence (essential due to rural village location)
* Experience of supporting children with EBD, ADHD, or Autism (desirable but not essential)
* Level 3 in Children and Young People Workforce (desirable but not essential)
* Willingness to complete Level 3 qualification through our Training Academy if not already achieved
Benefits
* Salary up to £30,764 per year
* Full support to achieve your Level 3 qualification
* Ongoing training and development to support your career progression
* A supportive and inclusive team environment
* Generous annual leave – 240 hours (30 days)
* OFSTED bonuses for achieving high standards and positive outcomes
* The chance to be part of a brand-new home and help shape its success
Sound Like Your Perfect Role?
If you're ready to step into a meaningful role, lead with compassion, and help create a positive, life-changing environment for children, we want to hear from YOU
The successful candidate will be required to provide references and undertake an enhanced DBS check. You'll also be asked to complete a criminal self-declaration form, and we'll conduct online searches for publicly available information.
We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, and 2020. At Sevello, we value diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £28,157.00-£30,764.00 per year
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person