Residential Child Support Specialist

6 days ago


Dorchester, Dorset, United Kingdom Polaris Community Full time
Role Overview:
Polaris Community is seeking a skilled Casual Child Residential Support Worker to join our team. This role requires flexibility in availability for 7 x 24 hour shifts, including sleep-ins, over a 3 week rotation. As a Residential Child Support Specialist, you will be responsible for promoting the welfare and safeguarding of children and young people with emotional behavioural difficulties.

Main Responsibilities:
  • Establish and maintain positive relationships with our young people.
  • Promote individual interests of our young people.
  • Encourage social interaction and development among residents.

Requirements:
  • A full UK driving licence and car for travelling.
  • Hold a Residential Childcare Diploma or equivalent, or be willing to work towards a qualification.
  • Excellent communication and listening skills.
  • Willingness to learn and work well in a small team.

Benefits:
  • A competitive salary of £23,063.04 (unqualified) or £25,565.54 (qualified) per annum.
  • Sleep-in allowance of £64 per night.
  • All meals on duty are provided.
  • Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme.


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