Sessional Residential Carer: Empower Young Adults

North East Combined Authority; North East; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with pay progression

Career development and training

Internal progression opportunities

Enhanced maternity, paternity leave

Enhanced annual leave

Fully funded Level 3/4 Health & Social

Employee assistance programme

Free eye care vouchers

Job summary

The Daltons in Seaham, Co. Durham, seek a Sessional Residential Practitioner to support young people aged 16 to 25. You will respond to identified needs, work with families and social workers, and ensure care plans comply with safeguarding policies.

This 0-hour bank role emphasises safety, collaborative teamwork and flexible, compassionate care. Training and development opportunities accompany competitive pay and supportive supervision.

Qualifications

• An understanding of the developmental needs (physical, emotional, intellectual, social and educational) of young people.
• Knowledge of Child Protection issues and procedures, plus safeguarding practices.
• Ability to work within a team and demonstrate sensitivity to others.
• Able to motivate self and others to meet time and performance goals.
• Capacity to handle emotional stress in challenging situations.
• Flexible approach to shift patterns and requirements.
• Good interpersonal skills with young people and staff.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and meet identified needs of young people as per individual care plans and with the manager.
• Work in partnership with families, social workers and relevant agencies.
• Ensure care work aligns with legislation, procedures and good practice.
• Prioritise safety and welfare of young people at all times.
• Contribute to planning meetings and reviews for care/health/education plans.
• Familiarise with safeguarding legislation, guidance and policies.

Skills

Understanding developmental needs

Child protection procedures

Teamwork

Motivate self and others

Emotional resilience

Flexibility

Interpersonal skills

Job description

The Daltons in Seaham, Co. Durham, seek a Sessional Residential Practitioner to support young people aged 16 to 25. You will respond to identified needs, work with families and social workers, and ensure care plans comply with safeguarding policies.

This 0-hour bank role emphasises safety, collaborative teamwork and flexible, compassionate care. Training and development opportunities accompany competitive pay and supportive supervision.