Has anyone any knowledge..or is a Child Respite Carer???? Have an interview and need advice, please

[mindermummy]

I have just been told i have an interview for a child repite carer, with the nHS working with the local clinic.

I have NNEB and many years of working with children, although not much experience with sick/ disturbed/ SN children.

Im shocked to have got to interview......and really need any kind of advice or tips for the interview.

Thanks so much for any advie you give.

I have no advice as such but wishing you luck. I have a disabled child and what I would really look for is someone kind and adaptable and someone with a lot of common sense who is not afraid to ask questions. I really think they are looking for a 'type' of person rather than someone with qualifications. Mostly it is about kindness and empathy.

thanks.

the fact that you weren't scared to apply for the job is fairly indicative of your general attitude....

I would think they are looking for someone who isn't totally hung up oon milestones and shoulds, someone with vast reserves of patience and a sense of humour.

ok...thinking about what to wear for this interview?

Do i go really smart in a suit??

Or i do i go really smart, but slightly more casual? Ie was thinking black trousers, white ruffeled blouse top and a brand new smart, tied at front cardi.???

x

I think smart,but casual would be better.

I've never been for an interview as a carer, but I once read in an article about 'interview tips for nannies' you shouldn't dress too smart as it may make it hard for the employer to imagine you rolling round on the floor with kids etc. I imagine a carer is a similar sort of job in the sense that day to day you need to be ready to muck in and not worry about getting messy so good for them to be able to visualise you in this role.

Good Luck!