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We are currently recruiting for Children's Residential Support Workers to work in our 3 bedded Children’s Home located in Syston, Leicestershire.
We are committed to delivering therapeutic care to children and young people to provide them with the best emotional and physical environment to live in. Children and young people residing at the home may have experienced significant trauma and may have specific learning, physical and/or emotional needs. We are looking for someone who has a passion delivering therapeutic care and making a difference to the lives of young people providing them with the best opportunities to enjoy successful futures.
Key Responsibilities:
- To work as part of a team to support young people in all aspects of their lives including planning activities, cooking, cleaning, supporting educational and health needs.
- To act as a positive role model and create positive relationships with young people where they can thrive
- To ensure the young people are effectively safeguarded at all times
- To support young people to develop their independence skills
- To deliver consistent high-quality care that meets the young people’s needs
- To work as part of a team on a rota basis covering 365 day per year
- On average the role requires staff to complete sleep in shifts per week which are paid in addition at an additional £60 per sleep.
Personal Requirements:
Previous experience and qualifications are not essential however would be beneficial, full training will be provided. You will also be required to work towards your Level 3 - 4 diploma if you do not currently hold this qualification.
We are looking for people who truly want to make a difference to the lives of the children and young people we care for. We want to hear from people who are caring, hardworking, resilient and above all else positive people to care for our young people
A full driving licence is required for this position or working towards it.
Female only to apply where this is a lawful occupational requirement under the Equality Act 2010, to help meet the individual care, safeguarding, and wellbeing needs of the young people we support.
Due to company policy, you must be 21 years of age or over
In return you will receive:
- · Regular shift pattern given in advance
- · Comprehensive free training
- · Genuine career development opportunities
- · Free meals when on shift
- · Competitive rates of pay plus sleep in allowance
- · Employee Assistance Program including high street discounts and access to online support services and counselling
- · Company Pension
- · 28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
Please Note:
If offered a position with SH Children’s Home, all candidates will be required to complete a full application form prior to commencing their employment. If you need assistance with this, please let us know.
An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is necessary. All offers of employment are subject to pre-employment checks including references, medical checks (where applicable) and proof of right to work in the UK.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £29,000 per year- DOE
Benefits:
- · Company pension
- · Discounted or free food
- · Free parking
- · Health & wellbeing programme
- · On-site parking
Schedule:
- · 15-hour shift
- · Overtime
Education:
- · GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- · Residential Childcare: At least 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- · NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- · United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Pay: £27,000.00-£29,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Paid training
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
