Residential Childcare Support Worker (Sessional/Casual)

TN United Kingdom; Forest of Dean; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in residential childcare is looking for compassionate and dedicated Residential Childcare Support Workers. This role offers flexible hours on a casual basis, allowing you to make a significant impact on the lives of young people facing challenges. You will work in a supportive environment, helping to foster positive outcomes through your interpersonal skills and empathetic approach. If you are resilient, organized, and passionate about making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Hours

Sleep-in Allowance

Casual Work Environment

Qualifications

• Experience in residential childcare or similar settings preferred.
• Ability to maintain clear records and meet statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with challenging behavior in a residential setting.
• Engage and motivate young people to achieve positive outcomes.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Experience with Challenging Young People

Organizational Skills

Empathy

Independent Working

Computer Skills

Driving License

Education

QCF Level Qualification in Children and Young People

Job description

Residential Childcare Support Worker (Sessional/Casual), Mitcheldean

Location: Lydney

Contract: Shift Pattern - ad-hoc cover

Salary: £. per hour plus sleep-in shifts when required

Headway Adolescent Resources has established a good reputation in the residential adolescent childcare sector, caring for young people holistically regardless of background.

We are seeking Residential Child Care Workers for our new residential home on a casual basis, offering flexible hours with no contractual obligation.

Working with young people with challenging behaviour, you should be flexible, resilient, honest, well-organized, and committed to high standards of childcare to help young people achieve positive outcomes.

Applicants must have:

• Previous experience working with challenging young people (preferably in residential settings, but not essential)
• QCF Level qualification in Children and Young People
• Ability to work independently with high accuracy and maintain clear records
• Good interpersonal skills and a positive team attitude
• Intermediate computer skills
• Ability to complete daily records meeting statutory and policy requirements
• Empathetic nature
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to engage, motivate, and encourage young people
• Full manual driving license essential
• Sleep-in allowance of £ per night, as needed

Headway is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We encourage applications from qualified candidates who share this commitment.