Short Break Worker
| Posting date: | 26 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £22,670.51 to £24,348.16 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | A competitive salary Generous annual leave entitlement Access to an occupational pension scheme A range of employee benefits including; public transport and gym memberships discount |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 13 July 2025 |
| Location: | Wasdale Road, 70 Wasdale Road, Wakefield, WF2 9EX |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Wakefield Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 243263 |
Summary
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 providing exceptional care and support for children and young people in a safe and nurturing environment. This is a brilliant opportunity for an individual who is looking to contribute to a service that transforms lives.
As an Short Break Worker, you will play a crucial role in the day-to-day running of the home in ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance with Ofsted regulations. You ensure the delivery of person-centred care and provide a wide range of opportunities for our young people in our children’s home, 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, sleep in and Bank Holidays.
In return for your dedication, we offer:
A competitive salary which includes enhancements for working shifts.
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.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Short Break Worker to join our team in providing exceptional care and support for children and young people in a safe and nurturing environment. This is a brilliant opportunity for an individual who is looking to contribute to a service that transforms lives.
As an Short Break Worker, you will play a crucial role in the day-to-day running of the home in ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance with Ofsted regulations. You ensure the delivery of person-centred care and provide a wide range of opportunities for our young people in our children’s home, 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, sleep in and Bank Holidays.
In return for your dedication, we offer:
A competitive salary which includes enhancements for working shifts.
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.