Job summary
Help shape brighter futures for children and young people at Hockley House.Hockley House is a pioneering new children's home in Romsey, supporting young people aged 12-18 with complex emotional, behavioural and mental health needs. As Hampshire's first residential home to bring together social care, healthcare and education in one setting, our specialist team provides intensive, trauma-informed support to help children build stability, resilience and the skills they need to thrive.

Joining Hockley House as a Waking Night Support Worker is a rare opportunity to be part of a brand-new service. Working alongside residential, health and education professionals, you'll help create a safe, nurturing environment where young people can rest, feel secure and build positive relationships while remaining connected to their families and communities, supporting them towards greater independence and brighter futures.
Main duties of the job

• Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Provide overnight supervision, ensuring children and young people feel safe, supported and secure throughout the night.
• Complete regular welfare checks and maintain accurate records and reports.
• Support young people to develop independence, routines and resilience.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver therapeutic care plans.
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and positive outcomes.
• Help create a safe, nurturing and stable home environment.

About us
As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the lives of vulnerable children while developing your own skills and career.

• Rewarding work: Make a positive difference in our service users lives, knowing that your efforts can create a lasting impact and enhance their quality of life.
• Training: We provide a full, in-depth and supportive induction programme along with continuous training and development.
• Career development: Receive a one-off payment of £500 upon successful completion of your Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if you do not already hold this qualification).
• Supportive environment: Work within an inclusive, friendly, and collaborative team who take pride in their work and value and support each other.
• Ongoing development opportunities: We invest in your future, offering you the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career in the care sector.
• Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Please note, we're unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

Closing date: 03 November 2026
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Salary: £26,018 to £27,111 a year plus Market Supplement of £3,000 pro-rata, per annum
Reference number: F0017-26-0203
Job locations: Elizabeth II Court, The Castle, Winchester, Hampshire SO23 8UB; Hockley House, Hayter Gardens, Romsey, Hampshire SO51 7QU

Job responsibilities
Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role.

Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential

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Desirable

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Qualifications
Essential

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Desirable

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details
Employer name: Hampshire County Council
Employer's website: Apply through our website
For questions about the job, contact: Care Careers, care.careers@hants.gov.uk

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