Children's Residential Shortbreaks Worker

Overview

Cherry Tree Lodge is a Children's Home that provides a range of Short Breaks including overnight care, day care, and holiday provisions. Occasionally, North Yorkshire Council offer residential care for looked-after children. The nature of the work varies, involving shifts across a 24/7 rota, including weekends and bank holidays. Staff are expected to work 26 weekends per year, with additional allowances paid for weekend, bank holiday, sleep-in, and night shifts.

Responsibilities

You will deliver high-quality care in accordance with children’s home regulations, supporting children with various complex health needs, learning disabilities, autism, and challenging behaviors. Key responsibilities include:

• Providing personalized care and support
• Engaging children in positive relationships
• Ensuring the safety and well-being of all children in care

Education and Qualifications

It is required by Ofsted that you hold or are willing to work towards an occupational qualification at level 3 (Diploma) in working with children. An Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is also necessary for this role.

Skills and Experience

North Yorkshire Council seek individuals who are:

• Experienced in a regulated childcare setting
• Confident, professional, and sensitive
• Empathetic with a passion for helping children achieve their potential
• Able to engage with children aged 5 to 18 with varied communication and emotional needs

Training and Support

Comprehensive training will be provided, which includes regular professional supervision and support from a dedicated team of experienced professionals.

Benefits

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Shift Patterns

Shifts include:

• Day shift
• Night shift
• Weekend availability
• Holidays