Children's Support Worker

Residential Childcare Worker

Location: Hereford

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £14.25 - £17 per hour

Are you an experienced Residential Childcare Worker with experience supporting young people with Autism?

Do you have the patience and resilience needed to support children and young people with Severe Learning Difficulties and mental health needs?

Are you passionate about helping young people develop their confidence, independence and wellbeing within a residential setting?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist residential provision in Hereford supporting young people aged 11-19 with Severe Learning Difficulties, Autism and mental health needs. The setting provides a safe, supportive and nurturing environment where young people are encouraged to develop independence, communication skills and positive relationships.

The provision is looking to appoint a Residential Childcare Worker on both permanent and flexible temporary opportunities, with an immediate start available. The successful Residential Childcare Worker will support young people within the residential home and school environment, providing personal care, emotional support, promoting independence and helping young people access daily activities. Sleep-in shifts will also be required.

The successful Residential Childcare Worker will have:

Experience working with children or young people with SEND

Experience supporting young people with Autism / ASD

Experience supporting individuals with Severe Learning Difficulties and/or mental health needs

A good understanding of safeguarding and promoting young people's wellbeing

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

A patient, resilient and caring approach

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

Market leading rates of pay

TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this Residential Childcare Worker position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work