Job Description
Job Description
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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....