Residential Childcare Support Worker - £14.1 - £14.8 An Hour

Are you the right candidate for this opportunity Make sure to read the full description below. Residential Childcare Support Worker (Sessional/Casual) Company: Headway Adolescent Resources Location: Weston-super-Mare Contract: Shift pattern - ad hoc cover Salary: £14.11 - £14.77 per hour, dependent on qualification Benefits: Sleep-in allowance of £46 per night as and when the business requires Headway Adolescent Resources was formed in 1999 and has established a good reputation in the residential adolescent childcare sector, priding itself on having the insight and ability to care for young people as individuals in a holistic manner, regardless of their background. We are currently looking for Residential Child Care Workers to join our new residential home on a casual basis. Based in a children's residential home, you will be working with young people with challenging behaviour, and you will need to be flexible, resilient, honest and well-organised, as well as committed to providing a high standard of childcare to help young people achieve the best possible outcomes. Applicants Must Have Previous experience of working with challenging young people, preferably in a residential setting (but not essential). Qualified to QCF Level 3 in children and young people. Be capable of working on their own initiative to a high level of accuracy and maintaining clear, neat records. Have good interpersonal skills and be a positive team player. Computer experience to an intermediate level. The ability to complete daily records to meet statutory and policy requirements. An empathetic nature. Have good oral and written communication skills in a variety of contexts. xdjnayx The ability to engage, motivate and encourage young people. A full manual Please click on the apply button to read the full job description