Residential Childcare Professional
2 days ago
Job Summary:
We are recruiting a dedicated Youth Care Specialist to join our Polaris Community team, supporting young males aged 13-18 years in rural locations across Surrey and West Sussex.
Main Objectives:
- To create a supportive environment that fosters individual growth and development, enabling young people to reach their full potential.
- To plan and prepare activities tailored to the young people’s needs, promoting learning and integration within the home.
- To maintain awareness of legislation and guidelines to ensure compliance with national standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with local authorities and parents/carers to provide outstanding care and support.
- Build positive relationships with parents/carers, supporting young people’s learning and development.
- Be flexible with working practices, including undertaking domestic tasks such as meal preparation, cleaning, and shopping.
- Maintain clear and legible records regarding the young people.
Requirements:
- Prior experience working with teenage boys or challenging behaviour, with a willingness to further develop skills.
- Hold a valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle, as public transport is not viable due to rural locations.
- Hold a Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People’s Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent qualification.
- Be willing to engage young people in various activities and support them throughout their time at Polaris Community.
- Be flexible with working hours, able to work a mix of days, evenings, and weekends, including shift work.
- Ability to challenge unacceptable behaviour, provide firm boundaries, and meet individual care needs.
- Maintain policies and procedures effectively.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Benefits:
- Company pension scheme.
- Access to our employee discount scheme.
- Wellbeing programmes via our provision.
- Promotion opportunities.
- Fully funded training for recognised qualifications.
Salary: £26,327.76 per annum, estimated based on location and industry standards, with opportunities for progression and salary increases based on performance and qualifications.
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