Night Care Worker

Salary

£26,427 - £27,274 per annum

Type of vacancy

Permanent

Work pattern

Full Time including some weekends

Hours per week

37

Work Base

The Big House, Edwinstowe, NG21 9QA

Working Arrangements

Office Based

Job Description / Person Specification

Night Care Worker JDPS.pdf – 158KB Competency FrameworkTier 7a

Number of posts

1

Interview date

1 December 2026 Closing Date 22 November 2026 23:55 The Children and Families Department takes a strengths-based approach to working with each other, children, young people and families, and our partner agencies. We call this 'Our Nottinghamshire Approach'. Watch the two minute animation to learn more.

Be there for children with disabilities when they need you most – and we’ll be there for you. Join The Big House as a Night Care Worker and help create a supportive environment where every child can thrive.

At The Big House, a welcoming short break home located in Edwinstowe, Nottinghamshire, we are looking for a compassionate and committed Night Care Worker to join our team. This is a rewarding role where you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people during the night hours. You will provide supportive care, respond to emotional and physical needs, and maintain a safe environment. This includes regular checks on young people, monitoring security systems, and carrying out domestic duties to meet the needs of the home.

About the Big House

We provide specialist care for children with a significant intellectual disability and who may display risk behaviours when they are distressed or have an unmet need. and who may display risk behaviours when they are distressed or have an unmet need. They may also have some moderate physical disabilities and medical and sensory needs. Our mission is to provide high-quality, compassionate care—creating positive experiences, promoting independence, and helping every child reach their full potential in a safe and supportive setting.

If you are someone who is caring, reliable, and passionate about supporting young people, this role offers the chance to be part of a dedicated team where your work truly matters every single night.

As a Night Care Worker, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing personal and intimate care to children, ensuring their comfort and dignity throughout the night and supporting them to get ready for the day ahead.
• Administering medication and carrying out health care procedures as required.
• Monitoring the well-being of children throughout the night and responding to their needs promptly.
• Working collaboratively with the care team to ensure the highest standards of care during night shifts.
• Participating in training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Experience in a care setting, particularly with children or individuals with disabilities.
• Understanding of personal care needs and health care procedures.
• Ability to follow care plans and guidelines accurately.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with children and families.

We are looking for someone who demonstrates:

• A passion for working with children and a genuine understanding of the challenges they and their families face.
• Empathy and compassion towards children and their families.
• Patience and resilience in challenging situations.
• The ability to work well as part of a team, supporting colleagues and sharing knowledge.
• Proactivity in seeking solutions and improving care practices.
• A commitment to enabling children to achieve positive outcomes.

This role follows a two-week rolling rota, with shifts from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM. We offer generous enhancements for shift work, including additional pay for hours worked between 8pm and 6am, weekends, and bank holidays. This can significantly increase your annual earnings. A full induction and ongoing training will be provided to support your development.

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we offer:

• A friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A supportive environment that encourages personal growth.
• A chance to be part of a community-focused organisation that truly cares.

Join us at The Big House, where you can make a real difference in the lives of children and their families. Together, we can create a place where everyone feels they belong.

NCC will not offer sponsorship for this role.

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For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Alan Webb on 01636815450 or by email alan.webb@nottscc.gov.uk.Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.