Children’s Care Worker (Female)

Diverse Abilities; Poole; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Diverse Abilities is seeking a dedicated female children's care worker to join their team in Poole. This role involves providing care to children with disabilities in a supportive environment, focusing on building confidence and independence. The position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young people.

Benefits

Discounts through Blue Light Card

Auto-enrolment pensions

Paid accrued holiday

Cycle-to-work scheme

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience in children's care preferred.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.
• Ability to follow care plans and support self-advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Follow individual care plans for children and young people.
• Support with moving and assisting children.
• Encourage self-advocacy whenever possible.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Person-centred approach

Tools

Full UK manual driving licence

Job description

Children’s Team - Lily’s Place, Poole & Lawford Lodge, Hamworthy

We are seeking a dedicated children’s care worker to join our Children’s Team, providing care to children and young people with disabilities across our two respite homes, Lily’s Place and Lawford Lodge. Our team works tirelessly to help these children and young people build confidence and independence during their time with us. You will have the opportunity to meet and work with a diverse range of characters in this rewarding role.

*Please note: Due to current service demands, we require a FEMALE children’s care worker.*

Your responsibilities will include:

1. Following each individual child or young person’s care plan
2. Supporting with moving and assisting
3. Encouraging self-advocacy whenever possible

Essential skills required:

• Interpersonal skills
• A person-centred approach to providing care
• A full UK manual driving licence is desirable but not essential

For full details on the requirements and essential skills for this role, please refer to the linked job description above.

Commitment to safeguarding:

Diverse Abilities is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults we support. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please ensure your application includes a complete work history, including any employment gaps. A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required prior to start date. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Benefits and bonuses:

We offer a comprehensive range of employee rewards and benefits, including discounts through Blue Light Card, auto-enrolment pensions, paid accrued holiday, and a cycle-to-work scheme. Click here for a full list of our rewards and benefits.

You will also be paid during your training and while pursuing any relevant diplomas.

Long service awards are provided at 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25+ years of service, including bonuses, vouchers, and additional paid time off.

Join us and listen to "Reasons to Care," a podcast hosted by Michelle (Supported Living Deputy Manager) and Clare (Children’s Team Short Breaks Manager). It shares heartfelt stories about working in care, featuring insights from long-standing employees, new team members, parents, and those we support. Discover more about what our employees say about working with us.