Job Description
Support Children While the World Sleeps – Waking Night Residential Support Worker
As a Waking Night Residential Support Worker at Wilderness Way, you'll play a vital role working over a cluster of our homes, supporting vulnerable children through the night - creating a peaceful, nurturing environment where they feel safe, seen, and supported.
Why Join Us?
* Base salary from £14/hour (from £29,120 for full-time hours)
* 10-hour night shifts (typically 10pm–8am)
* 4-on-4 off set rolling shift pattern
* 5.6 weeks annual leave
* Extra leave awarded at 2- and 5-years’ service
* Thorough induction and six-month welcome programme
* Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if not yet achieved)
* £1,000 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus
* Monthly Wilderness Heroes Awards recognising your impact
* Medicash health benefits: optical/dental cashback, 24/7 virtual GP, wellness discounts
* Gym, high street and restaurant discounts
* Life assurance (2x salary)
* Company pension (auto-enrolled)
Your Night-to-Night
You'll provide calm, consistent care through the night, checking in on children, offering reassurance if they wake, and supporting any overnight needs. You’ll also complete light household tasks, write accurate logs, and h...