Sessional Child Care Officer

Sessional Child Care Officer

Employer: Wokingham Borough Council

Salary: £14.16 - £15.70 per hour, depending on experience - (Pay award pending)

Location: Addington School

Contract: Casual

Working Pattern: Part Time/Weekends

Hours: 7 hours per day. Saturdays 9:30 – 4:30 (from 1 Saturday - 4 Saturdays per month by agreement).

DBS Check: No

Closing Date: 20/10/2024 at 23:00

Reference: 703705

Sessional Child Care Officer

About Us: Saturday Cub is an OFSTED registered club for children with disabilities. We are committed to providing high-quality care and support to children and young people with diverse needs. Our passionate team is committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. We are currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Childcare Workers to join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of the children we serve.

Job Description: As a Sessional Childcare Worker in our Short Breaks Service, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the welfare and development of the children in our care. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Providing personalised care, support, and supervision to children and young people during their short break.


• Creating a warm, welcoming, and safe environment that promotes social, emotional, and physical well-being.


• Planning and engaging in age and ability-appropriate activities and outings.


• Assisting with daily routines, including meals, medication administration and personal hygiene.


• Building positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.


• Promoting a sense of belonging, self-esteem, and independence among the children.


• Documenting observations and maintaining accurate records.

The Ideal Candidate should have: To be successful in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and qualities:

• A NVQ Level 3 in Childcare or a related field (or equivalent) is desirable.


• Previous experience working in a childcare setting and or with children with disabilities is preferred.


• A genuine passion for working with children and a commitment to their well-being.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work as part of a team and adapt to changing situations.


• Understanding of the unique challenges and needs of children with diverse backgrounds and abilities.


• A caring and patient attitude with a strong sense of responsibility.


• A clean driving license (desirable).

What we offer:

• Flexible shifts to work around your personal life and other commitments.


• Excellent Annual Leave entitlement, calculated on a pro-rata basis.


• Excellent Learning and Development Programme


• Enhanced Local Government Pension Scheme


• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme


• Potential for additional hours within other short break settings

Closing Date: 20th October 2024, 11pm

Interview Date: TBC

For an informal discussion, please contact Simone Hall , Saturday Club Co-ordinator on 07557586925.

We look forward to welcoming a new member to our team who shares our commitment to making a positive impact in the lives of the children we serve. Join us in creating a brighter future for these exceptional young individuals.

If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.

Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.

Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.

Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

How to apply

Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.

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