Child Care Worker

Would you like to support and help improve the lives of vulnernable children who have experienced trauma? This could the next rewarding role for you! An opportunity has arisen for a Child Care Worker, to provide child centred support to children at a small residential service in Keighley. This service meets the needs of children both on a social and emotional level. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Child Care Worker, who is a caring individual and passionate about providing an excellent level of care to children. It could also suit a graduate who would like to begin their career supporting children and young people and making a positive difference to their lives. As a Child Care Worker, you will make positive relationships with the children. You will provide support that enables children to develop life skills, confidence and help improve their self esteem. As a Child Care Worker, you will be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. You will encourage children to partake in a range of activities and develop life skills that enhnace their quality of life. The salary range does include some sleep ins. Child Care Worker Role * Support children people by showing awareness of their individual interests and preferences, by introducing them to a range of different experiences and enabling them to make informed choices wherever possible * As a Child Care Worker, you will plan and organise activities on a daily basis as well as for special celebrations and festivals. * To participate in holidays and a range of sporting and physical activities with children and young people. * Work directly with children in accordance with agreed individual programmes and strategies e.g. anger management, self esteem * Consult in a meaningful way with young people and their families * Follow their individual support plan and provide emotional support. Child Care Worker Skills / Qualifications : Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) or earlier equivalent (NVQ) or willingness to attain this Excellent communication skills – ability to communicate with residents, team members and other professionals such as social workers. Exeperience in a residential setting or working and caring for young people with behavioral and emotional difficulties Company Child and young person centred charity, with an excellent reputation for providing support that enables young people to lead interesting and fulfilling lives. This professional organisation provide full training and ongoing support for progression for Residential Child Care Workers