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Residential Care Worker Ad
* Salary: GBP11.92 - GBP12.54 per hour
* GBP30 sleep in payment per mandatory sleep in shift
* Plus, an additional overtime pay of 1.25x your hourly rate.
* Hours: 40 hours per week on a rotational basis (rota provided 4 weeks in advance)
* Shift Patterns: 2 3 shifts per week (Typical shift pattern is 2 on 4 off. 08:00am until 11:00pm with sleep in)
Are you a dedicated, compassionate person looking for an exciting new career within Residential Care? Are you a caring individual with a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
We are looking for Residential Care Workers to join our home within Bedford who can establish meaningful relationships creating a positive, warm, and rewarding environment. We need somebody who can provide a supportive role in the lives of young people, able to give advice, assistance, and support in order to help empower them in addressing past and present difficulties.
The nature of the work is dynamic and diverse, with each day presenting new and unique tasks. As a Residential Care Worker, you'll need to be adaptable, flexible, and a pro at reading situations to guide our young people towards making positive choices.
This is a permanent role supporting both children and young adults within a CSE (Child Sexual Exploitation) residential setting for girls and boys aged from 7-18.
Key responsibilities include:
* Providing emotional support during challenging times
* Fostering ambition in young people, assisting them in achieving their goals
* Offering support in the educational pursuits of young individuals
* Maintaining accurate records and preparing written reports for planning meetings
* Empowering young people to actively participate in decision-making about their lives
* Acting as an advocate in meetings where the young person is the subject of discussion
* Encouraging community engagement and attending off-site activities
* Meeting the needs of children and young people, organising social activities and maintaining the home
Qualifications/Experience/Requirements:
* Minimum age requirement: 21 years old
* Full UK driving license preferable
* No prior experience necessary, only a commitment and passion for working with young people
* Attendance at a 2-week training program required
* Must have availability for sleep-in shifts
Benefits:
* GBP30 additional payment per sleep-in shift
* Enhanced DBS covered
* Comprehensive induction and training provided
* 2-3 shifts per week for an excellent work/life balance
* Rota provided 4 weeks in advance
If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of young people, we invite you to join our dedicated team. Apply now and embark on a fulfilling career journey with us!
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