Residential Childcare Support Worker (Sessional/Casual)

Job description

Residential Childcare Support Worker
Salary: Up to £14.03 per hour
Specific Hours : 08:00am - 20:00pm (12 hour shifts)
Location : Haverhill
Area Camden
The ethos and culture of the Area Camden Group, as part of Polaris Community, is founded on core values of mutual respect and good parenting whilst being respectful to the values of privacy, dignity, independence, choice, rights and fulfilment.
Our purpose is to provide the highest quality care within very high quality settings in our Soham home and to offer young people care, accommodation and support as close to a family environment as possible. The residential care we provide is for 11 to 18-year olds and our focus is centred on the needs of the child. We are looking for Residential Support Workers to join our team on a casual basis. This amazing opportunity will also allow you flexibility to work hours you can commit to with no contractual obligation.
The welfare of our young people is paramount in the role of a Support Worker. Not only do Support Workers keep our young people safe, but as the daily care provider they also make a fundamental contribution to their care, learning and development. A key figure within the team, you'll build invaluable bridges between Area Camden and the local community, promoting social inclusion as you support people with emotional and behavioural difficulties to reach their full potential.
Main Responsibilities
You will work with the team to promote and support the young people in our care, in leading a life of positive development by providing a safe and nurturing environment.
A vital part of your role will be providing the young people with emotional and social support, helping them to develop meaningful relationships with other children and adults, as well as encouraging them to become involved with local communities.
You will encourage and enable each young person's self-esteem to be raised in a positive manner and ensure that they are respected and valued.
Encourage, support and enable each young person to make positive life choices and achievable levels of independence that help them develop to their full potential, and receive the essential care and attention.
Responsible for a high level of recording. Great emphasis and importance is attached ...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Haverhill

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-11-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English