Residential Childcare Support Worker (Sessional/Casual)

Polaris Community; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A support organization for young adults based in Hatfield is seeking a committed Residential Childcare Support Worker for casual shifts. The role involves providing a safe and responsive environment for vulnerable young people, which includes maintaining relationships, observing behavior changes, and liaising with professionals. Experience supporting youth and flexibility for weekend work are essential. This position offers the chance to make a lasting difference in their lives.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting vulnerable young people.
• Flexibility, including weekend availability.
• Full driving license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Providing customized and quality service to young people.
• Observing changes in behavior and documenting support needs.
• Maintaining positive relationships through effective communication.

Skills

Experience supporting vulnerable young people

Flexibility

Resilience

Strong self-awareness

Motivation to support young people

Education

Relevant qualifications or willingness to study towards them

Job description

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Client:

Leaving Care Solutions

Location:

Hatfield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Specific Hours: Shift pattern- ad-hoc cover

Location: Hatfield

LCS is seeking committed and enthusiastic Residential Childcare Support Workers to work on a casual basis, covering shifts as needed. This role offers flexibility to work the hours you can commit to with no contractual obligation.

Our vision is to make a positive and lasting difference to young people who have been in care and are moving towards independence. We provide young people with accommodation/housing and support them to achieve independence and educational goals.

As a Residential Childcare Support Worker, your role involves providing a responsive, customized, and quality service to young people in their individual flats or shared houses.

Young people supported by Leaving Care Solutions are vulnerable, and you are responsible for ensuring the home provides a safe, welcoming, and healthy environment.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Working in line with person-centered risk assessments and support plans, liaising with support workers for full handovers.
• Observing changes in behavior, documenting, and reporting support needs.
• Maintaining positive relationships with young people, staff, and professionals through effective communication.
• Providing continuous support, focusing on safety.
• Carrying out health and safety tasks, including cleaning, following policies and procedures.
• Liaising with external agencies such as police and Emergency Duty Team (EDT).
• Supporting young people attending hospital or police stations.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE:

• Experience supporting vulnerable young people.
• Flexibility, including weekend availability.
• Relevant qualifications or willingness to study towards them.
• Full driving license and access to a vehicle.

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

• Resilience and ability to handle challenging behaviors positively.
• Strong self-awareness and role modeling skills.
• Personal accountability.
• Motivation to support young people to reach their full potential.

LCS is an equal opportunity employer and promotes safeguarding and welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.