Child Care Officer

Child Care Officer
Devizes, Wiltshire, United Kingdom
Job Description

Salary: £25,119 - £26,421 (Plus 10% unsocial hours plussage for qualifying shifts)

Hours per week: 37 hours

Interview date: To be confirmed following shortlisting

Rolling advert: We're continuously reviewing and interviewing applicants weekly for this job posting. We will stop accepting applications when sufficient applications have been received.

Canon's House - Transforming Young Lives

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young children, helping them to develop independence and life skills? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Canon's House Care Team to ensure that children and young people receive the care and support they need.

Canon's House is a lifeline for families of children with profound and multiple learning difficulties and complex health and care needs. Our team at Canon's House support children and young people aged 5 to 17 to experience stability, familiarisation, a sense of belonging and positive physical, emotional and mental health.

As a Childcare Officer, you will support the vulnerable and disabled children with complex health, support and personal care needs, help children access and enjoy a wide range of fun and accessible activities, experiences and opportunities to explore their individual interests. You will also take part in all areas of care planning, risk assessment and support. This involves working alongside Health Care professionals, Social Workers, Schools and other supportive agencies. You will run reports, attend reviews and planning meetings with regular school and home visits.

We are seeking an individual who possesses an NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent qualification. They will showcase compassion, empathy, strong motivation, and adaptability to flexible work arrangements.

If you have the knowledge and understanding of working with children and young people with learning difficulties, apply today and help shape a brighter future for vulnerable children in Wiltshire!

Candidates invited to the shortlisting interview will need to bring with them their passport for identity and 'right to work' checks.

Why us?

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That's why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right. Explore more benefits here!

Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply as well as Our Identity .

For more details, contact Kevin Derby, Canons House Manager, at .

This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information.

We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our statement of commitment to equality and inclusion .

Disability Confident Employer

Application process

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