Female Care Worker

Job Description

Salary: £12.00 per hour

Working Hours: Part-Time hours available up to 30 hours per week

Various flexible patterns, to be discussed at interview.

Please note: You will be required to work at least every other weekend.

*Due to the current demands on the service, we require a FEMALE Child Support Worker only*

Benefits

• 6 weeks Annual Leave entitlement
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Blue Light Card Scheme
• Comprehensive Induction
• Ongoing commitment to staff development and training
• Long Service Awards (additional annual leave and bonus)
• Refer a friend and earn £250.
• Employee Wellbeing Programme
• Company events throughout the year

The Vacancy

We believe exceptional support starts with exceptional people, who have a fun outlook on life and can think outside the box. We are looking for a fun and friendly Care Worker to join our Children’s Team.

You will play a pivotal part in supporting the children and young people to make memories that last a lifetime. No two day is the same and you will enjoy a range of activities in this role.

You will have the chance to spend time with the children and their families and support them in activities that wouldn’t be possible without you. You will work across our 2 respite homes (Lilys Place and Lawford Lodge) and the family’s homes. Although a full driving licence is not essential you are required to get to multiple locations. If you have not already achieved your Diploma level 3 (child specific) we will support you to achieve this.

As a Charity who focus on supporting people, we recognise the importance of work life balance and therefore offer a flexible week.

Please submit an application form via our website, we can’t wait to hear from you!

https://diverseabilities.org.uk/careers/

Commitment to safeguarding

Diverse Abilities is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form including any gaps of employment. Applicants will be required to complete satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) check is required for this post prior to commencement. The Charity is an equal opportunities employer.

* Please note: by submitting an application form you are agreeing to Diverse Abilities conducting a social media check- If you wish to know more about this check before applying please call 01202 718266 option 3**

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.00 per hour

Additional pay:

• Loyalty bonus

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Store discount

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Weekend availability

Application question(s):

• Do you have your own transport?
• Do you require sponsorship?

Licence/Certification:

• FULL UK Manual Driving License (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 31/01/2025