Children's Care Worker - #JBD08347

DCA Recruitment; Guildford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Children's Care Worker with a leading charity provides essential care for children with disabilities in Guildford. Offers flexibility, full training, and support while working in a rewarding environment. Ideal for those seeking to make a difference and establish a career in child care.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Full training provided

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check is required.
• Experience with children with disabilities is preferred.
• Students seeking sandwich placements or part-time jobs are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Engage in activities like playing, reading, and dancing with children.
• Support families by providing essential respite care.
• Follow shift patterns while ensuring the well-being of children.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Child Care

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Children's Care Worker

Guildford

Job description

An exciting opportunity to work for an amazing charity organisation just outside Guildford, Surrey (GU4), which provides respite care for children with disabilities.

Fantastic full and part-time opportunities.

Last three official Ofsted ratings: OUTSTANDING (Dec 2022, March 2024, Dec 2024)

Position Details

• Title: Children's Care Worker
• Location: East Clandon, Surrey
• Hours: 37.5 hours full-time (part-time weekend work available)
• Salary: £27,000 - £31,500 per annum (33 days annual leave)

Working at Cherry Trees is a truly unique experience, allowing you to feel proud of your work every day. We are leaders in our field, with over 40 years of experience caring for young people with disabilities, as highlighted by our Outstanding Ofsted rating.

The successful Children's Care Worker will join an experienced team that is supportive, guiding you through challenges and inspiring you to work hard each day.

Being a carer at Cherry Trees is fun and sociable, with friendships formed for life. The idyllic Surrey Hills setting is an added bonus!

Students seeking a sandwich year placement or part-time job are welcome. Bank staff applications are also accepted.

Shifts include mornings, evenings, and weekends. You will be part of a team caring for children and young people receiving respite care, engaging in activities like playing, reading, dancing, and painting, supporting vulnerable children and giving their families a much-needed break.

Shift Patterns

• Early shift: 7am - 2:15pm
• Late shift: 1:45pm - 9pm
• Day shift: 10am - 6pm
• Night staff positions are also available

Shift patterns are typically three-week cycles, with time off during Christmas and other specified holiday periods aligned with house closures.

Full training is provided, including the opportunity to gain a Level 3 Diploma and develop your career with us.

Please note: The Children's Care Worker position requires an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

While we aim to respond to all applications, some positions are highly popular, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.