Night Support Officer
| Posting date: | 12 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £24,796 to £25,989 per year |
| Additional salary information: | PRO-RATA Pay Award Pending |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 July 2026 |
| Location: | Grantham, Lincolnshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Lincolnshire County Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4276/3111 |
Summary
Job Title: Night Support Officer
Working Pattern: 4 nights on, 4 nights off shift, pattern equating to 33.25hrs per week.
Salary: £24,796- £25,989 Pro Rata Pay Award Pending
Location: The Beacon, Grantham
Closing Date: 02nd July 2026
An exciting new position is waiting for you at Lincolnshire County Council! We are looking for Night Support Officers to join our team at The Beacon Children’s Home in Grantham.
Due to recent changes in immigration law in the UK we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the requirements of RQF Level 6.
About the Role
We are currently recruiting for Night Support Officer's (NSO's) to work a shift pattern of 4 nights on 4 nights off at the Beacon Children's Home in Grantham which is equivalent to 33.25hrs per week.
The children in our care are aged between 5- 17 years old. As an NSO you will encourage them to sleep, rest or remain peaceful and relaxed. To do this you will engage and communicate effectively with them, supporting their needs during the night should they require it, ensure they are safeguarded, and that their welfare needs are met. In addition to this, you will undertake general housekeeping duties throughout the home.
The NSO's are a crucial part of the 24-hour care offered within the home, you'll work within a small team and be fully supported by a multi skilled team of carers.
Our NSO's also receive
• an enhancement of .33 for all hours worked between 10pm and 6am.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent night shift schedule that allows for daytime flexibility.
About Us
The Beacon is a purpose-built home for eleven children. All children who live in the home have a disability and / or complex health or medical need.
We ensure our employees are well trained in trauma and therapeutic support, enabling the children in our care to feel safe and to thrive, this is something we are really passionate about. Our aim is to create a nurturing home where we support all our children to reach their full potential.
About You
Previous experience within a care profession is not essential for this role, as long as you have a good understanding of caring for children. Our children can present with behaviours that challenge therefore it is important that you are compassionate, have excellent communication skills, and a calm professional demeanour. You will need to have basic IT skills, be able to adapt to different situations and have the motivation to provide the very best care for our children at all times.
You will be joining a successful and experienced team and will be provided with the training and support required to develop into this role. You will be required to complete a Level 3 Children and Young People's Workforce Diploma.
About Our Offer
Along with a competitive salary we are offering:
Access to an excellent local government pension scheme
A comprehensive benefits package including discount schemes and cycle to work
Career progression and development opportunities
A generous annual leave entitlement plus the option to buy more
Free parking on site
Robust induction and training programme
Access to employee Counselling and Well-being Service
Further details about what we can offer you can be found here: rewards and benefits
Although the closing date is 02nd July 2026, please do not delay in your application, as we will be shortlisting applications and interviewing regularly and reserve the right to bring forward the closing date.
CONTACT US:
If you would like an open and informal discussion regarding this vacancy, please email Maggie Nowland, Interim Homes Manager at: maggie.nowland@lincolnshire.gov.uk or Sal Cooke, Assistant Manager at sal.cooke@lincolnshire.gov.uk or Cheryl Davidson, Assistant Manager at cheryl.davidson@lincolnshire.gov.uk or call 01476 564283.
Working Pattern: 4 nights on, 4 nights off shift, pattern equating to 33.25hrs per week.
Salary: £24,796- £25,989 Pro Rata Pay Award Pending
Location: The Beacon, Grantham
Closing Date: 02nd July 2026
An exciting new position is waiting for you at Lincolnshire County Council! We are looking for Night Support Officers to join our team at The Beacon Children’s Home in Grantham.
Due to recent changes in immigration law in the UK we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the requirements of RQF Level 6.
About the Role
We are currently recruiting for Night Support Officer's (NSO's) to work a shift pattern of 4 nights on 4 nights off at the Beacon Children's Home in Grantham which is equivalent to 33.25hrs per week.
The children in our care are aged between 5- 17 years old. As an NSO you will encourage them to sleep, rest or remain peaceful and relaxed. To do this you will engage and communicate effectively with them, supporting their needs during the night should they require it, ensure they are safeguarded, and that their welfare needs are met. In addition to this, you will undertake general housekeeping duties throughout the home.
The NSO's are a crucial part of the 24-hour care offered within the home, you'll work within a small team and be fully supported by a multi skilled team of carers.
Our NSO's also receive
• an enhancement of .33 for all hours worked between 10pm and 6am.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent night shift schedule that allows for daytime flexibility.
About Us
The Beacon is a purpose-built home for eleven children. All children who live in the home have a disability and / or complex health or medical need.
We ensure our employees are well trained in trauma and therapeutic support, enabling the children in our care to feel safe and to thrive, this is something we are really passionate about. Our aim is to create a nurturing home where we support all our children to reach their full potential.
About You
Previous experience within a care profession is not essential for this role, as long as you have a good understanding of caring for children. Our children can present with behaviours that challenge therefore it is important that you are compassionate, have excellent communication skills, and a calm professional demeanour. You will need to have basic IT skills, be able to adapt to different situations and have the motivation to provide the very best care for our children at all times.
You will be joining a successful and experienced team and will be provided with the training and support required to develop into this role. You will be required to complete a Level 3 Children and Young People's Workforce Diploma.
About Our Offer
Along with a competitive salary we are offering:
Access to an excellent local government pension scheme
A comprehensive benefits package including discount schemes and cycle to work
Career progression and development opportunities
A generous annual leave entitlement plus the option to buy more
Free parking on site
Robust induction and training programme
Access to employee Counselling and Well-being Service
Further details about what we can offer you can be found here: rewards and benefits
Although the closing date is 02nd July 2026, please do not delay in your application, as we will be shortlisting applications and interviewing regularly and reserve the right to bring forward the closing date.
CONTACT US:
If you would like an open and informal discussion regarding this vacancy, please email Maggie Nowland, Interim Homes Manager at: maggie.nowland@lincolnshire.gov.uk or Sal Cooke, Assistant Manager at sal.cooke@lincolnshire.gov.uk or Cheryl Davidson, Assistant Manager at cheryl.davidson@lincolnshire.gov.uk or call 01476 564283.
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