Female Night Child Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Poole; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Female Night Child Support Worker to join their compassionate team. This role involves providing essential overnight support to children and young people, ensuring their safety and well-being. You will assist with personal care and household tasks, while adhering to individual care plans. A commitment to safeguarding and the ability to work with complex needs are crucial. The organization offers a supportive environment with opportunities for training, bonuses, and long service awards. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives, this role is for you.

Benefits

Employee discounts through Perkbox

Pension auto-enrolment

Paid holidays

Cycle-to-work scheme

Paid training and support for diplomas

Long service awards

Bonuses for training completion

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with complex needs is essential.
• Willingness to complete a Level 3 diploma in Child Care.

Responsibilities

• Provide night-time support and monitoring for children.
• Assist with personal care and complete necessary paperwork.

Skills

Understanding of complex needs

Child Protection Procedures

Personal Care Assistance

UK Manual Driving Licence

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Child Care

Job description

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Female Night Child Support Worker, Poole

Client: Diverse Abilities

Location: Poole, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: ca9784a83a40

Job Views: 15

Posted: 28.04.2025

Expiry Date: 12.06.2025

Job Description:

Overall purpose:

You will work across our children’s team at Lily’s Place (Poole), Lawford Lodge (Hamworthy) transition respite unit, and Shapes domiciliary care service within a child’s home (Poole/Christchurch).

*Due to the current demands on the service, we require a FEMALE Night Child Support Worker*

Commitment to safeguarding:

Diverse Abilities is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application, including any employment gaps. A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required prior to starting. The charity is an equal opportunities employer.

Role responsibilities include:

• Providing night-time support and monitoring for children and young people overnight.
• Completing all necessary paperwork and domestic tasks such as washing, ironing, and cleaning.
• Assisting children and young people with intimate and personal care, where necessary.
• Following individual care plans and contributing to their development.
• Holding a full UK manual driving licence is essential for this role.

We offer a wide range of employee rewards and benefits, including discounts through Perkbox, pension auto-enrolment, paid holidays, and a cycle-to-work scheme.

Paid training and support for diplomas are provided. Bonuses include:

• £200 after 12 months
• £500 after 24 months
• £100 on training completion
• £200 after passing six-month probation

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

Applicants should have, be working towards, or be willing to complete a relevant level three diploma.

Essential skills and experience:

• Understanding and experience working with people with complex needs.
• Adherence to the highest standards of Child and Adult Protection Procedures.