Residential Childcare Support Worker (Sessional/Casual)

Polaris Community; Watford; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking committed and enthusiastic Residential Childcare Support Workers in Watford. This role offers flexibility with no contractual obligation, focusing on providing a safe and supportive environment for vulnerable young people. Responsibilities include observing behavior, maintaining relationships, and ensuring health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in supporting young people and relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting vulnerable young people required.
• Qualifications in childcare or willingness to study towards them.

Responsibilities

• Provide customized support to young people in their living environments.
• Document and report changes in behavior and support needs.
• Maintain positive relationships with young people and staff.

Skills

Flexibility

Resilience

Communication

Education

Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma

Children and Young People's Workforce

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Specific Hours: Shift pattern - ad-hoc cover

Salary: £12.79 per hour

Location: Watford

LCS is seeking committed and enthusiastic Residential Childcare Support Workers to work on a casual basis, covering shifts as needed. This opportunity 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 accommodation/housing and support young people in their journey towards independent living and educational achievements.

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. You are responsible for ensuring that the home provides a safe, welcoming, and healthy environment for them.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE:

1. Working in line with person-centred risk assessments and support plans, liaising with support workers for full handovers.
2. Observing any changes in behaviour, documenting them appropriately, and reporting changes in support needs.
3. Maintaining positive relationships with young people, staff, and professionals through effective communication and teamwork to improve their experience.
4. Providing continuous support at the standards of day staff, with a focus on the safety of vulnerable individuals.
5. Carrying out health and safety tasks, including cleaning and adhering to policies and procedures.
6. Liaising with external agencies such as the police and Emergency Duty Team (EDT).
7. Supporting young people attending hospitals or police stations.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE:

• Experience supporting vulnerable young people.
• Flexibility to work weekends.
• Qualifications such as Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma, Children and Young People's Workforce, NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, or willingness to study towards them.
• A full driving license and access to a vehicle, as travel may be required.

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

• Resilience and the ability to handle challenging behaviors positively.
• Strong self-awareness and commitment to being a positive role model.
• Personal accountability.
• Motivation to achieve excellence and passion for supporting young people to reach their potential.

LCS is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from qualified candidates. Polaris is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff must complete an enhanced DBS check.