Children's Residential Waking Night Worker


Company:	Brook Street
Salary:	£30,160 to £30,160 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Longfield, DA3 8LY
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	18 Sept 2026
Closing date:	18 Oct 2026

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Summary

Therapeutic Waking Night Officer

Location: Fawkham, Kent

Salary: £145 per night

Hours: 4 nights per week on a rolling rota (9:00pm to 8:00am)

Contract Type: Permanent

About the Role

We are recruiting for a

Therapeutic Waking Night Officer to join a specialist residential childcare ofsted service supporting children and young people with complex emotional, behavioural, trauma, and attachment needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a compassionate and resilient individual who is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable young people. You will play a key role in maintaining a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment throughout the night, helping children feel secure and supported.

Key Responsibilities

Safeguarding & Supervision

Ensure the safety, welfare, and well-being of all young people throughout the night.

Carry out regular welfare checks in line with risk assessments and care plans.

Respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns, incidents, and emergencies.

Maintain safe and secure procedures for entry and exit during night hours.

Therapeutic Support

Provide calm, nurturing support to young people who may struggle to settle or experience distress during the night.

Use trauma-informed and attachment-based approaches to help young people regulate emotions and feel safe.

Support consistent bedtime and morning routines.

Work closely with the day team to ensure continuity of care.

Recording & Reporting

Maintain accurate and detailed records of observations, incidents, and nightly activities.

Complete handovers and communicate relevant information to the incoming day staff.

Ensure all documentation meets regulatory and organisational requirements.

Household & Environment Responsibilities

Conduct health and safety, fire safety, and welfare checks throughout the night.

Help maintain a clean, welcoming, and homely environment.

Support preparation of the home for the following day.

Teamwork & Professional Practice

Work collaboratively with the wider therapeutic care team.

Attend training, supervision sessions, and team meetings as required.

Maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and safeguarding standards at all times.

Promote positive role modelling and uphold the values of the service.

What We're Looking For

Essential

Experience working with children or young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties, trauma, or attachment needs.

Good understanding of safeguarding principles and professional boundaries.

Ability to remain calm, patient, and resilient in challenging situations.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Commitment to trauma-informed and child-centred practice.

Willingness to work waking nights, including weekends and bank holidays.

Please note: This is a waking night position. Sleeping during shifts is not permitted.

Desirable

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to achieve this within two years).

Previous experience within a residential childcare or therapeutic setting.

Knowledge of therapeutic and psychodynamic approaches.

First Aid, Fire Safety, and Safeguarding training.

Values We Look For

We are seeking individuals who embody the following values:

Safety - Creating a secure and stable environment where young people can rest and recover.

Empathy - Understanding behaviour as a communication of need.

Resilience - Remaining calm, supportive, and consistent during difficult situations.

Teamwork - Working positively alongside colleagues to achieve the best outcomes.

Growth - Supporting children and young people to heal, develop, and thrive.

What's On Offer?

Competitive rate of

£145 per night

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Supportive management and therapeutic team environment

Opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people

If you're passionate about supporting children and young people and want to be part of a service that prioritises therapeutic care and positive outcomes, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today.

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