Youth Practitioner (Waking Nights) Hayeswood Bungalow

Dorset Council UK; Wimborne Minster; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorset Council UK is seeking compassionate Night Youth Practitioners for their new short breaks service for children with disabilities. This rewarding overnight role involves providing support and care for young people in a warm residential environment, enhancing their independence and development. Ideal candidates will possess experience working with children, especially those with disabilities, and a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, ensuring high standards of care are maintained.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and development opportunities

Supportive and inclusive team environment

Investment in professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience in direct work with children and families, ideally with disabilities.
• Knowledgeable about key childcare legislation.
• Ambitious for children’s outcomes with a commitment to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and practical support in a residential setting.
• Promote young people's independence and social inclusion.
• Support young people in daily routines and personal care.

Skills

Compassion

Collaboration

Communication

Flexibility

Problem Solving

IT Skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)

Job description

Dorset Council is dedicated to creating supportive environments where our children and young people can thrive. We’re looking for compassionate and enthusiastic Night Youth Practitioners to join our new short breaks service for children with disabilities in the Wimborne area.

In This Rewarding Overnight Role, You'll

• provide care and practical support within a welcoming residential setting
• work collaboratively with a committed and supportive staff
• promote young people's independence, social inclusion, and personal development
  
  

Our Priorities

We believe Dorset is the best place for our children. Our aims are to:

• provide excellent care and education opportunities
• enable children to achieve their full potential
• ensure our young people can thrive and have the best possible start in life
  
  

Your Responsibilities

As a Night Youth Practitioner, you will:

• create a safe and nurturing home-from-home environment
• support young people in their daily routines, personal care, and domestic duties
• act as an advocate for children, promoting their best interests
• work flexibly across weekday and weekend night shifts (we welcome discussions on shift patterns to suit your availability)
  
  

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• kind, compassionate, and genuinely committed to improving young people's lives
• experienced in direct work with children and families, ideally with disabilities
• able to communicate effectively, build strong relationships, and work collaboratively within a team
• flexible, creative, and solution-focused in their approach
• skilled in using IT systems for recording and report writing
• knowledgeable about key childcare legislation
• ambitious for children’s outcomes and enthusiastic about continuous professional development
• either holding or willing to achieve a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
  
  

What We Offer

Joining Dorset Council, you’ll benefit from:

• being part of a supportive, inclusive, and aspirational team
• comprehensive training and development opportunities
• a commitment to investing in your professional growth
• a rewarding role where your contributions truly make a difference to children and young people's lives