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Residential Child Care Worker Support - Casual, Barnsley
Client: Dove
Location: Barnsley, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 669023b7b578
Job Views: 17
Posted: 12.08.2025
Expiry Date: 26.09.2025
Job Description:
Residential Childcare Support Worker
Salary: Unqualified: £ per hour (plus £ per sleep in)
Qualified (full diploma Level qualified or equivalent): £ per hour (plus £ per sleep in)
Location: Barnsley
Contract Hours: Shift pattern - ad-hoc cover
Description: Dove Adolescent Services is seeking Casual Residential Childcare Support Workers to cover shifts as needed. This role offers flexibility to work hours you commit to, with no contractual obligation. You will help provide tailored residential care for children and young people, aiming to transform lives through passionate, innovative support.
Our team is dedicated to helping children reach their full potential, working in a supportive, collaborative environment that values each individual. We invest heavily in professional development, with many leaders starting as Residential Childcare Support Workers.
Activities include outdoor pursuits, cinema visits, theme park trips, and more, depending on the interests of our young people.
Main duties include:
* Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of young people
* Building positive, trusting relationships
* Encouraging individual interests
* Supporting learning and development, with full training provided for an Apprenticeship Level diploma
Requirements:
* Experience supporting vulnerable young people is desirable but not essential
* Willingness to work some weekends and bank holidays
* Ability to undertake sleep-in duties as part of a flexible rota
* Participation in activities to create a homely environment
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Good interpersonal skills and motivation to encourage young people
What we offer:
* Full training for a recognized qualification
* Supervision sessions with line managers
* Holiday accrual
We are part of the Polaris Community, a leading provider of children’s services across the UK, committed to achieving the best outcomes for children and young people. Our services are predominantly rated good or outstanding by Ofsted.
Whether you are experienced or seeking a new career path to make a positive impact, we welcome your application.
Dove Adolescent Services is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check.
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