Residential Childcare Worker – Morning and/or Evening Shift

LB WANDSWORTH SCHOOLS
London
10 months ago
Applications closed

Residential Childcare WorkerSalary: Scale 1C, point 2 – Exact salary dependant upon individual shift pattern2 x Shifts available:Mornings Shift (7-9am Tuesday to Friday)£5,768 per annum8 hours per weekand/orEvenings Shift (3:30-9pm Monday to Thursday)£15,868 per annum22 hours per weekWorking Pattern: Term Time plus 2 weeks (41 Weeks) – the additional 2 weeks will be worked Summer Scheme (exact weeks and working hours during this time will vary annually)Start Date: ASAPDo you want to make a positive contribution?do you have a passion for enabling young people to achieve independence?Are you committed to continuing professional development?We have an opportunity for you to join our highly motivated and skilled team as a Residential Childcare worker. This role involves working as part of a team to provide guidance, support and care to young people with complex needs, in a nurturing and homely environment.Our main focus is ensuring children and young people are safe and get the best possible experience whilst staying at Richley House. They come to residential for the opportunity to continue their learning as part of the Waking Day curriculum and to socialise, make friends and attend a variety of clubs and activities including swimming, music, and Scouts.The right candidate will be confident, motivated and well organised. Patience and commitment are essential with a desire to help others. You'll be working within an experienced team of colleagues committed to providing high quality support and education to the children and young people within Richley House.You do not need to have previous residential experience as full training will be provided from our specialist team. Experience of working with children within an SEN environment would be a distinct advantage.Candidates must be willing to undertake a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare if they do not possess this qualificationWe can offer you:•

Personalised induction programme•

A positive and supportive team•

A staff wellbeing programmeIf you would like more information about this role, please contact the school on to arrange an informal discussion.To apply please download an application pack from the Wandsworth Council website which can be found via the ‘visit website’ button at the top of this page.You can also download an application and details from the school websitehttps://www.lindenlodge.wandsworth.sch.uk/vacanciesCompletedapplications should be emailed to – Date: 21 April 2025 (at noon)Shortlisting: 22 April 2025Interview Date: 29 April 2025Lodge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, an enhanced DBS will be required.At Linden Lodge we recognise our people are a great strength, we consider the diverse talents they bring to our workforce and are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion.We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy in advance of the closing date if there is a good level of response. We recommend applicants submit applications as early as possible.

We also reserve to right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.CVs are not accepted.Linden Lodge School61 Princes WayLondonSW19 6JBTelephone:

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