Overview
LCS are looking for committed and enthusiastic Residential Childcare Support Workers to work full time 35 hours plus 2 sleep-ins per week with the opportunity to work additional hours. You will be working on a rota basis which may include evening and weekends. Flexibility in your availability is a must! Our vision is to make a positive and lasting difference to young people who have been in care and are moving towards independence. We provide young people with accommodation/housing, as well as support them to move towards independent living and educational achievements.
Responsibilities
* Engage, motivate and encourage young people placed in their individual flat or shared house in line with their care plan.
* Ensure the home provides a safe, welcoming and healthy environment for the young people living there.
* Offer practical support and guidance to help young people develop skills to live independently and achieve in education.
* Maintain positive working relationships with young people, staff and professionals by communicating effectively at all times.
* Support a young person in Education, Employment and Training who is working towards an accredited learning qualification by evidencing work completed and submitting this to the relevant instructor.
* Maintain appropriate links in the community (e.g., educational provisions, sport centre, youth clubs).
* Be willing to travel; a full driving licence and access to a vehicle are desirable, though good public transport links are available if you have no access to a vehicle.
* Flexible availability due to shift work—sleep-in nights, evenings and weekends.
* Hold Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People\'s Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent, or be willing to study towards this.
* Experience of working with attachment and trauma, or with challenging behaviour and/or mental health issues, is desirable.
* Computer experience to an intermediate level.
About Polaris
Polaris is one of the UK's largest children's service providers. With over 37 years of experience, we are passionate about improving the lives of children, young people, and their families. From fostering and adoption to residential care, education, and bespoke services, we offer a comprehensive range of support that transforms lives and strengthens communities. Our mission is to enable every child and young person in our care to reach their full potential. We are driven by ambition—not just for the children and families we support, but also for our staff. We believe in the power of people working together to achieve extraordinary outcomes.
Benefits
* On-the-Job Accredited Training
* Opportunities to gain NVQ Qualifications
* Access to accredited online courses/qualifications
* Regular Supervisions
* Pension scheme
* Employee discount scheme
* 28 days\' Annual Leave (including bank holidays)
* Cost of travel is covered above £5 to support with commute
The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check for this position. LCS is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
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