Permanent Post to start ASAP
£23,000 a year plus sleep in allowance (£50 per sleep in, 10 sleep in’s per month – £6,000) – Increase to £24,000 once qualified. Full-time, Fixed term contract.
Location: Bridgwater
Benefits:
1. Full training given & paid to attend training
2. Paid annual leave 28 days per year (based on hours/pro rata) inclusive of bank holidays
3. Company pension scheme
4. Free meals when on shift
5. Ofsted Inspection Bonus
6. Activities paid and provided whilst at work.
7. Training in PACE and Trauma informed parenting.
8. Level 4 QCF diploma
9. Clinical supervision
10. External Management coaching
11. Carer development and progression.
12. Full induction given
Full job description:
Are you seeking an OUTSTANDING company who cares and is invested in their teams as well as their children? We are looking for enthusiastic, dynamic, motivated and empathetic adults to work with our exceptional young people.
Our client is looking for passionate, caring, calm and empathetic individuals, who can show warmth, love and understanding under pressure. Who can inspire our children and young people and have the skills to develop strong and positive relationships with them.
The Role:
1. Taking care of the day to day needs of the young people, including attending appointments, education, cleaning, cooking and engaging in activities.
2. Ensure consistent care within a safe environment to encourage children and young people to develop and grow.
3. Encouraging young people to make positive choices in their life.
4. Filling in daily paperwork to a high standard and liaising with the professional network around the child.
5. Create positive relationships with the children, meeting their needs and safeguarding them.
6. Create timetables, set boundaries and expectations for the young people.
7. Advocate for our children and young people to ensure that their voices are heard.
8. Ensure preparation for internal and external audit and inspection purposes.
9. Always promote equality in respect of standards of care, staff behaviour and performance.
10. Work with the Registered Manager to provide the highest standards of care and supervision.
This role is offered on a full-time basis, working on an allocated rota system, including weekends and bank holiday working – you would also be expected to undertake sleep in duties for the home.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and DBS check.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
Salary: £24,000 a year plus sleep in allowance (£50 per sleep in, 10 sleep in’s per month – £6,000)
All applicants will be subject to a satisfactory probation period.
Minimum Requirements:
1. Full UK driving licence.
2. Hold or be willing to work towards QCF Level 3/4 in Children's Health & Social Care.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract, 12-hour shift, Day shift, Overtime, Weekend availability
Experience: Residential childcare: 1 year (ideal but not essential)
Licence/Certification: NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (preferred but not essential), Driving Licence (required)
Work remotely: No
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