Residential Care Worker – 18h/week, Youth Support

Bridgend County Borough Council; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in Bridgend is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Residential Worker to support children and young people with disabilities and complex health needs. This role requires a commitment to working with young people and an NVQ Level 3 qualification or willingness to achieve it. Responsibilities include delivering individual care, implementing care plans, and encouraging independence among the children. The position offers 18 hours of work per week, with requirements for flexibility in hours including sleep-ins and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience and commitment to working with young people.
• Ability to relate well to children and families.
• Enhanced DBS check with Children’s Barred list.

Responsibilities

• Provide all aspects of care to children and young people.
• Implement individual care plans and undertake household duties.
• Support children’s independence and development.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Ability to relate well to children

Willingness to work weekends

Welsh language skills

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 3 qualification or equivalent

Job description

A local council in Bridgend is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Residential Worker to support children and young people with disabilities and complex health needs. This role requires a commitment to working with young people and an NVQ Level 3 qualification or willingness to achieve it. Responsibilities include delivering individual care, implementing care plans, and encouraging independence among the children. The position offers 18 hours of work per week, with requirements for flexibility in hours including sleep-ins and weekends.