Residential Childcare Worker
Join Barnardo's New and Exciting Residential Service: The Whistlestop
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people with disabilities? Barnardo's has just launched The Whistlestop, a brand-new short break home in Randalstown, and we're building an exceptional team of Residential Childcare Workers.
If you're looking for a rewarding career where your work truly matters, this is your opportunity to be part of a gold-standard service dedicated to providing care and support to children and young people. As a Residential Childcare Worker, you'll be at the heart of our team, ensuring each child has a safe, enjoyable, and enriching experience during their stay.
What You'll Do:
* Provide compassionate care and support to children and young people with disabilities.
* Work closely with the children, creating a positive and engaging environment during their short breaks.
* Be part of a dynamic team, contributing to a high-quality service with real impact.
* Enjoy flexible work patterns, including sleep-ins and waking night shifts, allowing you to embrace variety in your role.
We're Looking for People Who:
* Have experience working with children and young people.
* Have worked within safeguarding policies and procedures.
* Are experienced in record keeping and documentation.
* Hold a full driving licence (or can meet the mobility requirements of the role).
Why Join Us? At Barnardo's, we believe in nurturing both the children we support and our staff. By joining The Whistlestop, you'll have the chance to develop your skills, make a meaningful impact, and be part of a team that values dedication, compassion, and excellence in care.
In return, Barnardo's offers a reward package that includes a competitive salary, 26 days annual leave and 10 statutory/public holidays (pro-rata) per annum, a contributory pension scheme, an additional holiday purchase scheme and staff discounts.
Location: Randalstown, Co. Antrim
Hours: 30 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Starting from £12.68 per hour. Based on 30 hours, this is gross salary £19780.80. The full-time equivalent salary for 37 hours in the salary range is: £24,398.40 - £29,172.00.
Closing date: Midnight, Thursday 28 November 2024
Interview date: TBC
For further information and to submit your application, click APPLY NOW.
A waiting list will be held for 12 months for any other similar posts within the service
Applicants must be registered with the NI Social Care Council (NISCC) or willing to register by appointment.
The successful candidate must also undertake an enhanced Child and Adult Barred AccessNI check.