Children's Residential Support Worker- Waking nights

Location: Doncaster

Service Area: Children's Residential Homes

Contract Type: Permanent, Part-Time (21 hours/week)

Salary: Grade 7 - £27,259 to £29,955 (pro rata)

Typical Earnings: £29,817 - £32,419 (including enhancements)

Enhancements:

• Sleep-in rate: £36.08
• Night enhancement: Time and a third after 10pm
• Weekend enhancement: Time and a half
• Inclusive allowance of 17.5% for unsocial hours
• Overtime over 37 hours paid at time and a quarter

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? Do you want to help them feel safe, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential?

We're looking for dedicated individuals to join our team in Doncaster's Children's Residential Homes as Waking Night Support Workers. You'll play a vital role in creating a warm, caring, and secure environment for children and young people with disabilities and complex care needs.

• Provide discreet overnight supervision and ensure the safety and wellbeing of children
• Carry out general housekeeping tasks (e.g. laundry, cleaning, ironing)
• Complete administrative duties including updating children's files and shift records
• Communicate effectively using written, verbal, and digital tools
• Respond to incidents, liaise with external agencies if needed (e.g. Police, Social Care)
• Support the emotional and physical needs of children and young people
• Cover shifts for colleagues during leave or training
• Participate in training including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
• Complete QCF Level 3 within two years (mandatory requirement)

At Doncaster City Council, we're committed to ensuring every child is:

• Safe from harm
• Active in their community
• Able to enjoy life and have fun

We believe every team member contributes to this vision. You'll be part of a supportive, ambitious organisation that values your growth and impact.

• Rota includes 2 weekends off every 4 weeks
• South Yorkshire Pension Authority contributions
• Opportunities for additional shifts and integrated working
• Comprehensive training and development support
• Enhanced DBS required (provided upon appointment)