Support Worker - Nights

Waking Night Support Worker - Bournemouth

Location

Bournemouth

Hours

Waking Nights (Full-time / Part-time available)

Pay

£13.50 per hour

Contract Type

Permanent

We are seeking a compassionate and reliable

Waking Night Support Worker to join our residential team in Bournemouth. This role involves providing overnight emotional and practical support to families facing complex challenges.

Key Responsibilities

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Provide consistent emotional and practical support to families during night hours

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Build strong, trusting relationships with parents to help them feel safe, included, and empowered

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Use trauma?informed approaches to help families understand and meet their children's needs

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Support the development of healthy routines, boundaries, and positive behaviours

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Facilitate open and honest discussions that promote transparency and confidence

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Encourage families to identify and build on their strengths using tools such as the 'traffic light system'

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Collaborate with professionals and wider networks to ensure joined?up care

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Promote child safety and well?being as central to every intervention

What We're Looking For

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Experience in social care, family support, or residential settings

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A calm, empathetic, and resilient approach to overnight care

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Strong communication skills and the ability to build trust

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Understanding of trauma?informed practice and safeguarding principles

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Ability to work independently while contributing to a wider team

What We Offer

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£13.50 per hour

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A supportive and collaborative working environment

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Ongoing training and professional development

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Opportunities for career progression

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The chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of families

If you are ready to be a steady and supportive presence during the night, helping families feel safe and empowered, we would love to hear from you.