Night Wake Officer

Make a real difference to the lives of children who need it most.

Warwick House is looking for dedicated and compassionate Night Wake Officers to join our caring, committed, and highly supportive team.

About Warwick House

Warwick House is a specialist long-stay home providing high-quality care for children with learning disabilities, autism, complex health conditions, and challenging behaviour. Our mission is to create a warm and nurturing environment where every child can grow, thrive, and develop the skills they need for everyday life.

We tailor our support to meet each child’s emotional, social, and health needs, ensuring truly individualised care.

This is an exciting time to join us as we continue to strengthen and develop our services — and we’re looking for the right people to be part of our journey.

We’re seeking enthusiastic, motivated individuals with experience of working with children, ideally within a residential, SEN, or care setting. You will receive full training, ongoing support, and opportunities for progression.

Please note: This is a 24-hour service, and applicants must be able to work night shifts, weekends, and bank holidays.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitoring and supervising children throughout the nigh.
• Providing personal care
• Supporting and managing complex behaviours
• Keeping accurate records and communicating effectively
• Promoting independence, dignity, and well-being
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and supportive environment
• Carrying out light domestic tasks
• Working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team

About you:

• Experience supporting children with learning disabilities, autism, complex health needs, or challenging behaviour
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent communication abilities, including the use of communication aids
• A patient, compassionate approach and a commitment to delivering high-quality care
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues, professionals, and other stakeholders
• Relevant childcare qualifications are desirable

Compliance:
This role is based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship. If you are successful for this role and as part of our Onboarding process, you will be required to undergo extensive background checks with Experian. This will include Right to Work checks, DBS, Digital CRC, Imposter Checks and Reference checks spanning your entire employment history from when you've first worked with children. Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary
• 30 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to 33 days after 5 years, and 35 days after 10 years)
• Generous pension scheme
• Additional staff benefits
• Access to our Practice Hub for learning, training, and development

For further information or to express interest, please contact the Home Manager:

Contact: Baljinder Khera — 0121 675 1139
Email: Baljinder.khera@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk

Benefits

Help us to change children and young people’s lives!

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.
• Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.
• Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.

Our Values

We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.

We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.

We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.

Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.

Safeguarding

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.

The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people.

We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.