As a Waking Night Residential Support Worker at Wilderness Way, you'll play a vital role in supporting vulnerable children through the night - creating a peaceful, nurturing environment where they feel safe, seen, and supported.
Whether you're already experienced or looking to start a new career with purpose, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in children’s lives
Why Join Us?
Base salary from £14/hour (from £29,120 for full-time hours)
10-hour night shifts (typically 10pm–8am)
Open to full-time and part-time applicants
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 help with the morning routine before handover to the day team.
You’ll usually be the sole waking staff member on shift, with sleep-in colleagues on site and a supportive, trauma-informed culture around you.
What We’re Looking For
Experience with children or young people—in care, education, or similar
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it)
Calm, dependable, and emotionally resilient
A full UK driving licence and access to transport
Confident in lone working and night-based roles
All roles at Wilderness Way are subject to Safer Recruitment checks, including references, an enhanced DBS, and online/social media screening for successful candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background, experience, or protected characteristics.
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