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A fantastic opportunity has arisen to work in our Short Break Services for children and adults with disabilities. 

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Short Break Worker to join our team in our Outreach Service to provide exceptional care and support for children and young people to access social and leisure opportunities. This is a brilliant opportunity for an individual who is looking to contribute to a service that transforms lives. 

As a Short Break Worker, you will play a crucial role in the day-to-day running of the service in ensuring the highest standards of care. You ensure the delivery of person-centred care and provide a wide range of opportunities for our young people at our community base or out in the community. To be successful in this role, you will need to be a dedicated and resilient professional who thrives in a challenging but highly rewarding environment.

This post requires an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual with good communication skills. You will need to be organised and confident in interactions with children and young people. It is essential that you are kind, caring, patient, resilient and can see the need behind behaviours. You should be committed to improving the life chances of the children and young people and share our ethos of providing fun, opportunities and independence for our young people. 

You will already hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent as determined by Children's Homes Regulations) or be willing to work to achieve this qualification following appointment within two years. 

Effective Induction, supervision, and training will be provided to all staff. 

 The work involves shift patterns, including weekends and evenings non term time and during the day in the school holidays.  

In return for your dedication, we offer: 

• A competitive salary which includes enhancements for working weekends. 
• Rotas devised on a month by month basis so you have flexibility to plan resulting in positive work-life balance. 
• Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development. 
• A supportive and inclusive working environment. 
• Paid holiday allowance and pension scheme. 
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. 

Please note: when completing your application, in order to be short listed, you must demonstrate how you meet the job specification in full. Please also ensure that your work history dates are accurate. 

Want to Know More?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Donna Farey-Crosby.

Tel: 07557 139119

E-mail: dfarey@wakefield.gov.uk

Company: Wakefield Council

Salary: £16,030.50 - £17,217.00, Grade 7, 18.5 hours, Permanent

Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Sector: Health and Social Care

Sector: Health

Sector: Education

Job Role: Support Worker