Supercare is looking for a compassionate, agile, and highly motivated Night Support Worker to join our Ofsted Children's Residential Home for up to 6 young people. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, team-home environment where every member of staff feels valued, supported, and encouraged to grow. With a strong emphasis on ongoing career development and progression, this is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to build a meaningful career in children's residential care.

As a Nights Support Worker, you will play a key role in creating a positive, safe, and nurturing environment for the young people in our care. This role is ideal for candidates who are confident, adaptable, and passionate to making a real difference in the lives of children with diverse and complex needs.

• Provide high-quality care, guidance, and support to young people within the home.

• Support young people in developing life skills, independence, and positive routines.

• Respond confidently and calmly to challenging behaviour, using therapeutic trauma-informed and child-centred approaches.

• Build trusting, respectful relationships with young people through positive interaction and consistent boundaries.

• Manage and respond to epilepsy-related needs and medical protocols, ensuring safety at all times.

• Work collaboratively with the wider team to maintain a stable, supportive home environment.

• Participate in care planning, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies.

• Promote safeguarding and uphold the highest standards of professional conduct.

• Contribute to a positive team culture where communication, respect, and reliability are essential.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Agile and adaptable, able to respond effectively to changing situations and the needs of young people.

• Experienced or trained in epilepsy awareness, rescue medication, or supporting individuals with severe epilepsy (training will be provided).

• Experienced in supporting non-verbal or minimally verbal young people, using communication methods such as: Widgit symbols, Makaton, PECS or other alternative communication strategies.

• Confident in managing challenging behaviour using safe and de-escalation methods.

• Skilled in engaging and interacting with young people, building rapport and offering emotional support.

• Resilient, patient, and passionate about improving outcomes for children.

• A strong team player, committed to maintaining a positive 'home away from home' for all.

Why Choose Supercare?

• Supportive, family-style team environment where you feel valued and included.

• Clear development pathways into Senior Support Worker, Team Leader, and management roles.

• Ongoing professional growth, including fully funded and supported NVQ Level 3 and Level 5 qualifications.

• Regular supervision and strong well being support to help you thrive in your role.

• A chance to make a real impact in the lives of young people and be part of their journey.

• Private healthcare & 24/7 GP access

• £40 monthly fitness contribution

• Free meals and parking with communal cars to transport young people in and out of the community.

• Enhanced overtime pay & performance bonuses

• 36 days paid training per year + funded qualifications

• Birthday paid day off

• Blue Light Card discounts

• NEST pension scheme

• Comprehensive well being support

Please apply for this role if you're passionate about supporting young people with learning disabilities and complex needs. If you'd like