Social work Jobs
Waking Nights Residential Worker
Durham County Council • Durham, County Durham
Salary
£20k – £25k
Posted
17 October 2026
Work mode
Full-time
Sponsor match
high
Skilled WorkerWorker (A rating)
Role overview
Durham County Council is hiring a Waking Nights Residential Worker in Durham, a full-time social work role. The advertised salary is £20k – £25k. Durham County Council holds an active licence on the UK Home Office register of sponsors for the Skilled Worker route, which means it can sponsor a visa for this hire if it chooses to.
As a Waking Nights Residential Worker, you will play a vital role in helping our children and young people feel safe, supported, and valued throughout the night. You will make a real difference to the lives of young people by providing high-quality care. You will provide short break care for children and young people with learning disabilities, neurodiversity, physical disabilities, and complex health needs aged between 5 and 18. You'll be part of a dedicated and supportive team that is passion…
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