Waking Night Support Worker – £12.65/hr + Bonus | Full-Time Permanent Role
Location: Chipping, near Preston (commutable from Longridge, Ribchester, Clitheroe, Fulwood, Blackburn, and Garstang)
Salary: £12.65 per hour
Bonus: Up to £2,400 per year
Shifts: 10pm – 10am | 3 nights on, 3 nights off
Theracare is currently recruiting for a Waking Night Support Worker at our rural children’s home in Chipping. This role involves working with children aged 8–16 who may have emotional or behavioural needs. You will be part of a professional team providing overnight care, ensuring the safety and stability of the home throughout the night.
Key Responsibilities:
- Overnight supervision of children in a residential care setting
- Supporting bedtime and morning routines, including personal care where required
- Monitoring, recording, and reporting on wellbeing and incidents
- Ensuring the home remains calm, safe, and compliant with policies
Requirements:
- Minimum 1 year experience in a residential childcare or similar setting preferred
- Willing to work towards Level 4 NVQ in Children, Young People & Families Practitioner
- Must hold a full UK driving licence and able to commute.
- Must have the legal right to work in the UK with no restrictions
What We Offer:
- £12.65 per hour
- Up to £2,400 annual bonus based on performance and attendance
- 3 on / 3 off shift pattern (12-hour night shifts)
- Free accredited training and support to gain your Level 4 qualification
- Free meals while on shift
- Company pension scheme
- Use of company vehicles when required for work related activities
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If you're dependable, calm under pressure, and want to make a difference in young people’s lives, we want to hear from you.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.65 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 42 per week
Additional pay:
- Performance bonus
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Garstang PR3 2PD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- age 7-18 residential setting: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Level 4 NVQ in Children, Young People? (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: AD-AUG-WK-CHIPPING-01