Senior Children's Support Worker Wanted!
Are you a passionate and experienced Senior Children's Support Worker looking for a rewarding career? Our client, based in Heanor or Ilkeston, Derbyshire, is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team and provide exceptional care and support to young people aged 11-18 with complex needs, including autism.
What's on Offer:
1. Competitive Salary: £27,592.24 per annum (inclusive of 1 sleep-in per week), with a starting base rate of £12.58 - £13.33 per hour (£25,512.24 - £27,033.24 annually).
2. Career Growth: Planned career development, ongoing training, and support to complete your Level 3 Diploma in Children's Residential Care.
3. Fantastic Benefits: Free meals, on-site parking, a 'Thank-you' reward system (high-street vouchers), sleep-in allowance, and comprehensive staff well-being support including on-site mental health first aiders.
4. Meaningful Work: Create a 'home from home' environment and participate in exciting activities like theatre trips, sports, and amusement park visits.
5. Salary Uplifts: £500 increase after your first year, another £500 after your second year, with further increments based on experience and responsibilities.
About You:
1. You have at least 1 year of experience in a similar residential childcare setting.
2. You possess a strong understanding of autism and challenging behaviours.
3. You hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent.
4. You have a valid driving licence.
5. You are passionate about safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of young people.
6. You are able to work a mixture of early, late and full day shifts including some weekends and bank holidays.
Your Role:
1. Provide safe, stimulating care and support to young people with complex needs.
2. Create a nurturing and supportive 'home from home' environment.
3. Participate in a wide range of activities with the young people.
4. Support the young people within the classroom setting.
5. Carry out sleep in duties.
Shift Patterns:
1. Early: 07:30-15:00
2. Late: 14:30-22:00 or sleep-in
3. Full: 07:30-22:00 or sleep-in
Ready to Join Us?
Apply Today and Make a Positive Impact
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