Waking Nights Officer
*Annual Salary: £28,132 + 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 directly improves the lives of residents. We are currently seeking a Waking Nights Officer for our Children’s Residential Homes. This role is essential in providing a safe and nurturing environment for children and young people living with disabilities and complex care needs.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Work under the supervision of the Registered Manager and as part of a team to create a caring and supportive environment for children and young people.
*Perform general housekeeping duties such as washing, ironing, and cleaning, alongside clerical tasks like completing paperwork for children’s files.
*Ensure regular and discreet oversight of the young people throughout the night, maintaining the safety and security of the home.
*Liaise with other agencies, such as the Police and social care, especially in situations where 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.
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