Residential Childcare Support Worker

Headway Adolescent ResourcesResidential Childcare Support WorkerLocation: BridgwaterContract: Full Time, PermanentSpecific Hours: 38 hours per weekSalaryUnqualified: £27,866.34 basic salary, with potential earnings of up to £33,447.67 including sleep-in shiftsQualified: £29,181.57 basic salary, with potential earnings of up to £34,762.90 including sleep-in shiftsBenefitsHoliday allowancePension scheme with a 3% employer contributionEmployee Discount SchemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeA sleep in allowance of £46 per night as and when the business needs.About HeadwayHeadway Adolescent Resources, established in 1999, has built a strong reputation for providing high-quality residential care for adolescents. We pride ourselves on offering holistic, individualised support to young people from all backgrounds.We're now recruiting Residential Childcare Workers to join our home in Bridgwater!Purpose of the RoleBased in one of our children's residential homes, you'll support young people with challenging behaviour, requiring flexibility, resilience, honesty and strong organisational skills. You'll be committed to delivering high-quality care that helps each young person achieve positive outcomes.This is a permanent role with great career prospects and full training within a growing organisation. You'll work an average of 38 hours per week on a two-days-on / four-days-off shift pattern, including two sleep-ins. You'll also receive generous allowances for bank holidays and overtime, as well as a performance-related bonus.Essential SkillsHold a full UK manual driving licenceBe able to work independently and accurately while maintaining clear, organised recordsHave strong interpersonal skills and a positive approach to teamworkBe able to complete daily records in accordance with statutory and policy standardsHave an empathetic, patient and supportive natureHave good written and verbal communication skillsBe able to engage, motivate and encourage young peopleDesirable SkillsExperience of working with young peopleA Level 3 qualification in Children & Young People or willingness to work towards one, fully funded by the employerPolaris is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.TPBN1_UKTJ