Childrens Waking Night Support Worker

Location: Mountsorrel, LeicestershireHours: 10:00pm - 8:15am (4 nights on, 4 nights off)Contract: Full-time | PermanentAdditional Pay: £26,142.40 - £29,463 plus a night rate which works out to be approx ? of hourly rate - (approx £8,626 - £9,722)

Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you enjoy working with children and young people and want to make a meaningful impact? We are offering an exciting opportunity to join our new Short Breaks Service, supporting children and young people aged 8-18 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and complex needs.

Our new home in Mountsorrel will provide short breaks for up to three young people at a time, offering opportunities to develop confidence, build friendships, and enhance life skills.

While Mountsorrel will become your base location, there may be a need to cover shifts at other residential services in Hinckley, Coalville, and Syston until the new Short Breaks home is fully operational.

• Build trusting, nurturing relationships that promote independence and well-being

• Work in partnership with families and external professionals

• Support with daily household tasks including cooking and cleaning

• Maintain accurate records and documentation

• Follow safeguarding policies and procedures at all times

• Promote and maintain a safe and supportive environment

• A valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete within the required timeframe)

• Relevant experience working with children and young people in a residential care setting

• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Availability to attend daytime training, supervision, and consultation sessions as required

We are committed to offering a fair, transparent, and progressive pay structure. Starting salaries typically fall between the minimum and mid-point of the pay band, allowing room for annual progression based on performance and alignment with organisational values.

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing after five years of service

• Option to purchase up to five additional days of leave via the HolidayPlus scheme

• A range of family-friendly leave options including maternity, paternity, and adoption pay

• Service-related sick pay from day one

• Group Personal Pension with 4% or 6% matched contributions, with salary sacrifice options

• Death in service cover at four times annual salary for pension members

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Interest-free season ticket loans

• Discounts and cashback at a wide range of high street shops, supermarkets, cinemas, theme parks, and more

• 20% discount at charity stores

• Option to purchase a health cash plan to help with dental, optical, and therapy costs

• 24/7 access to an employee assistance programme

• Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities

We believe in children and young people—no matter their background or experiences. Our work is grounded in values of care, respect, and inclusion. We are over 150 years established and we have over 800 services within the country.

To apply, please complete the application form, detailing your skills, knowledge, and experience in line with the Person Specification and Job Description. Please note that due to high volumes of applications, this advert may close earlier than the listed deadline.