Flexible Bank Care Worker for SEND Teens

Rockhoppercs; Buxton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible bank work

Professional development

Fully funded Level 3 Diploma

Health and wellbeing programmes

24/7 helpline and counselling

Retail, travel and leisure discounts

Job summary

Rockhopper Children's Services is seeking dedicated Bank Residential Children's Care Workers to support children and young people at Dovedale House in Uxbridge. You will work flexibly to provide safe, nurturing care for ages 9-17 with SEND, ASC, ADHD and SEMH, helping them build confidence and life skills.

Join a supportive team, receive ongoing development, and access funded qualifications. A commitment to safeguarding and the ability to work weekends are valued.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people with complex needs and/or mental health needs.
• Caring, empathetic and child-centred approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Resilience, patience and a positive attitude.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.
• Willingness to work weekends; full UK driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day care and support in a safe, nurturing home.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Support daily routines, education and personal development.
• Encourage independence and life skills.
• Support children through challenges and promote positive behaviour.
• Work as part of a team to provide consistent, child-centred care.
• Support participation in activities, hobbies and experiences.
• Champion the voice and feelings of children and young people.

Skills

Complex needs

Mental health support

Safeguarding

Communication

Teamwork

Resilience

Flexibility

Driving licence

Job description

Rockhopper Children's Services is seeking dedicated Bank Residential Children's Care Workers to support children and young people at Dovedale House in Uxbridge. You will work flexibly to provide safe, nurturing care for ages 9-17 with SEND, ASC, ADHD and SEMH, helping them build confidence and life skills.

Join a supportive team, receive ongoing development, and access funded qualifications. A commitment to safeguarding and the ability to work weekends are valued.