Support Worker - Residential Childrens Support Worker

Residential Support Worker Residential Childrens Home

GBP27,000 to 29,000 per annum (depending on experience and qualifications)

Permanent Full Time

About the Role:

We are seeking to appoint a Residential Support Worker to join a motivated team to deliver high and consistent standards of care and support in our 3 bed home for children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) in Newent, Gloucestershire.

You will be responsible for working as part of a team to provide support, understanding and nurturing, and to provide a positive role model for the children and young people placed in our care. You will work to a 3-week rolling rota, including weekends and sleep in shifts to include 5 contracted sleep-ins per month, to provide consistency and ease of predictability in your shift patterns.

Your duties & responsibilities will include recording, attending meetings and adhering to the policies and procedures within the Home. You will need to engage with children offering guidance, support and structure to their everyday lives and above all inspire them to reach their full potential.

Other duties would include providing transport for the children to access different provisions, education settings & days out (e.g., social events, shopping, cinema, swimming), Contacts, visits, key work meetings and therapy sessions.

You Will Have:

• One year s previous childcare experience in a residential setting is desirable.

• Level 3 Diploma in residential Childcare or equivalent qualification is desirable but support and training can be provided to achieve this.

• A commitment to delivering high quality care according to OFSTED regulations.

• Hold a current UK Driving License and have access to a vehicle which can be used for business purposes.

In return we will offer a position where your development, views & ideas matter. As such we offer:

• Extensive fully funded training including NVQ level 3 in Residential Child Care & diplomas to Level 5. This will allow you room to progress within the Service.

• Free meals whilst on shift that encourage everyone to eat together in a family setting.

• Contributions to your pension through the auto-enrolment scheme.

• Extensive induction programme for all new starters.

• Competitive rates of pay and sleep in rates of GBP60 for additional nights.

For a full job description and to discuss in further detail please apply and we will be in touch.