Care Officer

35 hours + (up to 1 sleep-in nights per week)

An exciting opportunity has arisen, to help shape the future within the boarding facility of this fully generic all-age special school. This post is based at the purpose built, boarding provision; “Russell House” situated at Wyre Forest School. This provision will offer mid-weekly, term-time boarding for up to sixteen pupils aged 8-19 Years.

It is expected that candidates will have recent experience within the senior care role in a social care provision that preferably caters for children/young people with learning disabilities and complex needs. Candidates should have a clear understanding of what effective care for children/young people looks like and how to organise care assistant colleagues to ensure that high standards of care are met.

For more information and an application pack, please email Tracey Birch at tlb44@wfs.worcs.sch.uk  Please also return all application forms via e-mail to tlb44@wfs.worcs.sch.uk.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will need to complete an enhanced DBS check prior to taking up the position.

Previous applicants need not apply

Closing date:  3rd November 2021