Are you a positive, caring and compassionate role model looking for an exciting, new career opportunity providing invaluable support to children and young people? The working day can be very unpredictable and you could find yourself doing a variation of duties such as:
1. Planning team rotas and supporting the Deputy and Home Manager in various meetings and appointments. You'll need to be flexible, reliable, adaptable, and able to read situations to help our young people make positive choices while proactively supporting colleagues in their development through leading by example.
2. Working on a rota basis plus sleep-ins depending on the size of the home.
3. Meeting the needs of our Children and Young People in line with OFSTED regulations.
4. Assisting the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager in the implementation of all aspects of the Statement of Purpose.
5. Leading a team in Residential Care.
6. Holding an NVQ level 3 or equivalent qualification.
7. Receiving supervision in line with Quality Standards and taking responsibility for personal development and progress of individual training needs.
8. Carrying out all other reasonable tasks as directed by the Registered Manager and the Deputy Manager.
9. Deputation in the absence of the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager.
10. A Full UK driving licence is required due to the location and nature of the role.
We are Cambian Group, the largest independent provider of care and education for children and young people. We believe that everyone has a personal best. Those we care for and those who care for them. You will find that you are part of a close, supportive team, all focused on achieving the best outcome for everyone.
A starting rate of £13.40 - £14.22 per hour.
* £30 Sleep-in rate (2-3 sleep-ins per week).
* Overtime paid at an enhanced rate.
* 224 hours annual leave per year.
* Career enhancing qualifications and clear progression.
* Full enhanced children's and adults DBS paid for by Cambian Group.
* 10-day paid intensive induction training course, face to face and online learning to support your development starting immediately.
* 3-5 paid shadowing shifts working with an experienced Support Worker or Team Leader.
* Guaranteed opportunity to be enrolled onto an NVQ Children and Young people's workforce which is a nationally recognized qualification within the industry and profession of children's residential services. This is worth over £6k and fully funded by Cambian Group to support you in progressing your career.
* Free onsite parking and meals provided during your shift.
* Company events / Fundraising / social activities.
* Long service annual leave.
* Refer a friend scheme.
* Continued support and opportunity for development from your leadership team.
We are unable to offer sponsorship. Requirements for an Enhanced DBS and reference checking will be undertaken in line with government regulations and safer recruitment best practice. While we endeavor to keep the recruitment process as short as possible due to the nature of these important checks, it may extend the processing time. All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Cambian Group employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behavior or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other perceived difference.
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