We have an AMAZING opportunity for a Therapeutic Care Worker to join a 4-bed children's residential service just outside Colchester in the picturesque village of Tiptree, promoting independence, and supporting young people between the ages of 8-18 with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and challenging behaviours.
We are looking for enthusiastic, resilient and motivated individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of young people; to enable them to develop socially, emotionally and behaviorally in a setting where they feel safe and cared for.
No two days are ever the same, so you need to be happy to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. It is challenging, but incredibly rewarding work
You will be committed, passionate and able to engage, encourage and mentor the young people, whilst having a whole lot of fun! Getting paid to play football, computer games and going to theme parks is certainly a perk of the job
Due to the nature of the job and the activities involved, we are only able to consider applicants who have a full drivers licence and a car
Salary: 27,728 - 29,968 (inclusive of sleeps)
Location: Tiptree, Essex (CO5 postcode)
Hours: Full time
Contract Type: Permanent
Shift Pattern: 1 on 2 off
The home is well situated in Tiptree and is easily accessible from East Hertfordshire, Essex and Suffolk. With access to lots of amenities and activities for the young people only a stone's throw away in Colchester and Chelmsford, the service is currently home to 2 young people.
The organisation offers a nurturing environment and plenty of opportunities for growth as they currently have 3 homes in the Essex area and are looking at expansion in the coming months.
Benefits:
As a Childrens Therapeutic Care Worker you will be responsible for:
Requirements:
If you are passionate about the lives of young people and want to make a real difference, supporting young people between the ages of 8 - 18 with EBD, whilst starting on a career path within health & social care - this is the job for you!
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