Salary range: £32,535 - £34,488 p.a. inc. London weighting
Contract: Permanent
Hours of work: 36 hours per week
Location: Ade Adepitan Short Break Centre
The Post
As a professional member of our night team, you will ensure the delivery of high‑quality care in line with:
* Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015
* Children’s Homes Quality Standards
* the service’s commitment to safeguarding and inclusion
You Will
* Provide tailored physical and personal care throughout the night
* Carry out regular monitoring and keep accurate, high‑quality records
* Support children with complex needs, including gastrostomy feeding, suctioning or tracheostomy care (full training provided)
* Implement Care Plans, Risk Assessments and Personal Evacuation Plans
* Work as shift lead when required, ensuring safety, structure and continuity
* Create a calm, supportive environment where children feel safe, respected and heard
* Liaise with out‑of‑hours services and contribute to CIN and person‑centred reviews
Night staff will be required to provide continuous overnight support to children and young people, ensuring their safety, wellbeing and individual care needs are met throughout the shift. This role operates on a fixed night rota, with shifts running from 9:30pm to 8:30am, including weekends and bank holidays as part of the pattern.
The Person
We are looking for someone who embodies care, integrity, resilience and compassion. You will be:
* Qualified with a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or working towards it)
* Experienced in supporting children and young people with disabilities and autism
* Skilled in delivering person‑centred, holistic care
* Confident in using monitoring equipment and maintaining high‑quality written records
* Warm, patient, and able to communicate sensitively with children and families
* Physically able to assist with moving, handling and personal care
* Calm under pressure, able to work unsociable hours, and committed to safeguarding
* Bringing a positive, can‑do mindset and a passion for empowering children and young people to thrive
Does this sound like you?
* Do you enjoy making a meaningful difference to children’s lives?
* Are you motivated, reliable, and ready for a role where every night truly matters?
* Do you value teamwork, compassion, and person‑centred practice?
Why join us?
We know people achieve their best when they feel valued. At Brent, you’ll benefit from:
* Up to 33 days annual leave (depending on length of service) plus bank holidays
* Excellent pension with generous employer contributions (LGPS)
* Hybrid and flexible working options available for most roles
* Supportive family‑friendly policies for parent, guardians, and carers
* Health and wellbeing support, including access to eye test support and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
* Financial support such as education sessions, childcare deposit loans, and season ticket loans
* Travel perks including affordable parking nearby, a Cycle to Work scheme, and great onsite facilities
* Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career
* Access to My Brent Rewards with exclusive discounts on shopping, travel, leisure, and entertainment
Equal Opportunities
Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.
We are a disability confident employer. We welcome applications from people with any disability, including “non‑visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria and provide reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process.
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