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Residential Child Care - Waking Night - Local Authority

Residential Child Care - Waking Night - Local Authority

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Posted 2 days ago, valid for 24 days

Doncaster, South Yorkshire DN3 3EE

Part Time

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The City of Doncaster Council is hiring a Waking Nights Officer for their Children's Residential Homes with a salary range of £27,259 - £29,955 pro rata plus a 17.5% all-inclusive allowance.
This permanent, part-time position requires candidates to work 21 hours per week, focusing on the care and safety of children and young people with disabilities and complex care needs during the night.
Applicants must have good communication skills and basic IT skills, as well as the ability to work independently and complete QCF level 3 within two years of enrollment.
The role includes responsibilities such as housekeeping, maintaining oversight of the young people, and liaising with relevant agencies if necessary.
Benefits include a 17.5% inclusive allowance for unsocial hours, contributions to the South Yorkshire Pension Authority, and overtime pay for hours exceeding 37 per week.

Waking Nights Officer

Salary: £27,259 - £29,955 pro rata + 17.5% all-inclusive allowance
Location: Doncaster
Job Type: Permanent, Part-time (21 hours per week)

Join the City of Doncaster Council in a vital role that supports the improvement of residents' lives.

We are currently seeking a Waking Nights Officer for our Children's Residential Homes.

This position plays a key role in providing care and ensuring the safety of children and young people with disabilities and complex care needs during the night.

Day-to-day of the role:

Perform general housekeeping duties including washing, ironing of young people's clothes, and cleaning the home.
Complete necessary paperwork for children’s files and other clerical tasks.
Maintain regular, discreet oversight of the young people throughout the night, ensuring their safety and security.
Liaise with police and social care agencies if a young person is missing from care.
Provide cover for other night care officers during their annual leave, training, or sick leave and possibly work additional shifts during the day to support training and integrated working across the home.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Good communication and basic IT skills.
Ability to work independently with the support of a sleeping-in staff member.
Must complete QCF level 3 within two years of enrolment as per children’s homes regulations.
Willingness to undertake and implement training in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention.
Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required.

Benefits:

Inclusive allowance of 17.5% for unsocial working hours.
Rota includes 2 weekends off out of 4.
South Yorkshire Pension Authority contributions.
Overtime over 37 hours paid at time and a quarter.

To apply for the Waking Nights Officer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

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