Position: Residential Support Worker - Children's Home
Salary: £27,206/annum (based on 40 hrs/week) £13.08/hr. (Plus sleep in allowance of £65 per night)
Start date: immediate (following satisfactory recruitment checks)
Location: Oldham (OL4)
Hours: On a rota basis to suit the needs of the home (Full time and part-time positions are available)
We are looking for a number of experienced and dedicated support workers to work within a children's home in the Oldham area.
The Home offers specialised residential care and support for children up to the age of 18 years with Learning Disabilities and/or autism, who present in behaviours that challenge.
The Home:
* The Home is located close to public transport links and easily accessible within the Oldham area.
* It is a fantastic home for the children to grow, develop and meet their best outcomes.
The position:
* You will be part of a team, working together to create a safe and loving home from home environment for the children and young people who live there.
* Be expected to provide 24-hour care and support for all the children living at the home.
* Some personal care may be required depending on the individual needs of the child.
Requirements:
* Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent desirable.
* Willingness to work towards a Level 3 Diploma in residential Childcare is essential, support will be provided.
* Prior experience and understanding of behaviours that challenge is essential.
* You must have a fully enhanced DBS on the update service. If you do not currently have a DBS, then we can help with your application for a new DBS.
* Prior experience working with children with SEN such as Autism and Learning Disabilities as well as challenging behaviours would be desirable.
* You will be subject to all relevant checks to comply with the law and safer recruitment guidelines and provide all relevant documentation.
* Provide a full CV which includes any time out of employment.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.08-£13.90 per hour
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* On-site parking
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person