Waking Night Carer
4 Nights per Week | £23–£25 Gross per Hour | £67,000–£72,800 Gross per Annum
Friday Saturday Sunday and Monday nights from 6pm in the evening until 8am the following morning


A lovely, warm family in Maida Vale is looking for an experienced, kind and compassionate waking night carer to join their established care team, supporting their 3-year-old son who has a rare skin condition called Recessive Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa (RDEB).

His skin is extremely fragile, so he requires particularly gentle, attentive care throughout the night. The role involves remaining awake and by his bedside, ensuring he is comfortable and settled, gently preventing him from scratching or rubbing his skin, and providing reassurance whenever he wakes or becomes distressed.

You will also help with his evening and morning routines, medication, overnight feeding and personal care, all in accordance with his individual care plan.

Full training and a paid induction will be provided. The parents are very hands-on and nearby throughout the night, and you will be joining an experienced, supportive team.

We are looking for someone who is naturally calm, patient, resilient and nurturing, with excellent attention to detail and a genuinely caring nature.

Previous waking night experience is essential, as you must be comfortable remaining fully awake, alert and vigilant throughout the shift. Experience in nursing, paediatrics or complex care would be a bonus, but is not essential.

Working hours:

Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday nights

6pm–8am (14-hour waking shifts)

56 hours per week

Salary: £23–£25 gross per hour, approximately £67,000–£72,800 gross per annum.

The family offers paid holiday and pension contributions for an employed position and is also open to discussing self-employed arrangements where appropriate.

An enhanced DBS, right to work in the UK, excellent references and paediatric first aid certification are required.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a dedicated carer who would love to make a real difference to a little boy's life while working alongside a warm, supportive family and experienced care team.