Join Our Team as a Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker!
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Soham, Cambridgeshire
Salary: Up to £30,641.52 per annum (dependent on qualification)
(Qualified Support Worker salary is based on the proven completion of a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent)
Specific Hours: 20:00pm - 8:00am (12-hour shifts)
About Us
At Area Camden, part of the Polaris Community, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to young people, helping them achieve their goals. Our mission is to create a stable and secure environment, especially during the night, by ensuring our staff are well-trained and committed to the highest standards of care.
We are passionate about safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We believe in working collaboratively with professionals and families to ensure the best interests of every child in our care are met.
Your Role
We are looking for a Waking Night Support Worker to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive residential support to children and young people, focusing on their physical, social, and emotional development.
What You'll Do
* Stay awake during your shift to ensure the safety and welfare of each child.
* Provide empathy and compassion during challenging nighttime hours.
* Engage in activities and bedtime routines tailored to each child's needs.
* Maintain accurate records using computer systems.
* Follow procedures for reporting a child as missing, if necessary.
* Communicate effectively with out-of-hours services and respond to inquiries professionally.
* Serve as a positive role model for both colleagues and children.
What We Offer
* A robust induction and mandatory training program to enhance your skills.
* Opportunities for progression within the organization.
* A weekly rotating rota with a minimum average of 168 hours per calendar month.
* 236 hours of annual leave (including bank holidays), with an increase of 12 extra hours for each of the first three years (capped at 272 hours).
* A pension scheme after a qualifying period.
* Funding for required qualifications if not already held.
Essential Skills
* Ability to work as part of a team, bringing energy and enthusiasm to the role.
* Experience and knowledge of safeguarding children.
* Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
* Organizational skills to plan and prepare effectively.
* A commitment to undertake a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare if not already held.
* A passion for caring for children and a willingness to engage and listen to their needs.
At Area Camden, we are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Ready to make a difference? Join us in creating a brighter future for the young people in our care!