Residential Childcare Worker

Hours: Minimum 40 hours per week (sleep in / waking night will be expected) Advertised salary includes for night working Are you looking to make a difference to the lives of young people? Are you looking for an exciting challenge, where everyday is different? Would you like to begin or further your Career in the Residential Care Sector? Care Today (Children''s Services) are recruiting Residential Care Workers to join our homes. Our welcoming homes provide 24/7 care for young people within the home, the home is for children all facing a variety of their own challenges, and we are looking for enthusiastic and caring people to help make a difference to these children. During your 6-month probation period, you will be enrolled in a NVQ 3 Diploma in residential care, if you do not already hold one. This will be fully funded and you will be given plenty of time and support to complete However, you must be self-motivated to complete the qualification. Ideally the person applying will have:- Availability and ability to work on a rota that involves 24/7 working Good communication and listening skills Able and willing to do sleep in shifts/waking nights Organisational skills Driving licence Care Today are a family run Independent provider of Residential homes for children of varying ages, along with our sister company Parallel Parents Fostering who have been rated Ofsted Outstanding since 2010. Our focus is on developing our staff and we have many opportunities for people to ..... full job details .....