Residential Childcare Worker
Pin Point Health & Social Care, Middlesbrough
This role supports young people with learning difficultiesくだ autism, emotional‑behavioural disorders and mental health issues.
Pay Range
£12.21 - £20.88 per hour depending on shift pattern and location.
Responsibilities
* Ensure the welfare of all young people within the service.
* Take a child‑centred approach and ensure that high‑quality care is provided at all times.
* Contribute towards the care, learning and development of young people within the service.
* Ensure that young people are appreciated, given equal opportunities and are never discriminated against.
* Ensure personal choice and encourage each young person to be involved in all aspects of their care.
* Liaise with parents/families of the young people and with external authorities.
* Follow individual care plans to ensure each young person is effectively supported with all of their daily living needs.
Ideal Candidate
* Previous experience of working within residential childcare settings.
* Effective communication in relation to report writing and verbal communication with staff.
* Awareness of non‑verbal communication.
* A professional and caring nature.
* The ability to engage with young people in a positive and proactive manner.
* A Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in Children and Young People is desirable but not essential.
Requirements
* Ensuring the welfare of all young people within the service.
* Taking a child‑centred approach to high‑quality care.
* Contributing towards the care, learning and development of young people.
* Providing equal opportunities and safeguarding against discrimination.
* Encouraging personal choice and involvement in care decisions.
* Liaising with parents/families and external authorities.
* Following individual care plans for daily living support.
A driving licence and access to your own vehicle is desirable due to the nature of the role.
Please apply with your CV via the apply button or contact our Middlesbrough office for further information.
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