Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker

1 day ago


Eastbourne, East Sussex, United Kingdom Polaris Community Full time
Job Title: Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker to join our team at Polaris Community. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to young people in our residential settings.

Job Summary:

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a responsive, customized, and quality service to young people placed in their individual flat or shared house. This will involve working in line with person-centered risk assessments, support plans, and liaising with support workers to provide a full handover.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Observe any change in behavior, ensuring appropriate actions are documented and report changes in support needs of any young person.
  • Maintain positive working relationships with young people, staff, and professionals by communicating effectively at all times.
  • Ensure continuous support is provided to young people at the standards of day staff, with particular focus on the safety of vulnerable people.
  • Carry out any necessary health and safety actions, including cleaning tasks required along with set policies and procedures.
  • Liaise with external agencies, such as police and Emergency Duty Team (EDT).
  • Support young people who need to attend the hospital or police station.
Requirements:
  • Experience of supporting young people who may be vulnerable.
  • Flexibility in availability, as the role will include weekend work.
  • Hold Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent, or be willing to study towards this.
  • Be willing to travel, with a full driving license and access to a vehicle required.
  • Excellent computer skills.
What We Offer:
  • Accredited Training.
  • Career mentoring.
  • Recognition.
  • Employee Discount Scheme.
  • Pension scheme.
  • 28 Days Annual Leave rising to 33 Days per year (inclusive of Bank Holidays).

Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check for this position.



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