The home provides a service for four girls aged 10yrs to 15yrs who have complex needs that at this time cannot be met within family or fostercare placements. Duties involve all aspects of the day-to-day running of a residential childcare establishment i.e. childcare, administration and domestic tasks.

We are looking for people who:

• Are caring, enthusiastic and flexible
• Would like the chance to be part of an enthusiastic and supportive team
• Are able to face the challenge of working with a demanding and at times difficult group of children
• Are willing and able to obtain and enhance their qualifications and training
  
  We Offer:

• Training and career development opportunities
• Regular supervision
• The chance to make a difference in the lives of children and young people

All applicants will be required to work a planned rote system including some weekends, public holidays and will be expected to work additional hours when necessary. Applicants must have previous experience, paid or voluntary work with children and/or young people.

For further information relating to the post please contact Wendy Needham on Tel: (01302) 737060.

Interviews for this post will take place week commencing 16th August 2010.

Doncaster Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to an enhanced CRB check.

Many thanks for your interest in this vacancy.