Overview
Are you a compassionate and dedicated person seeking an exciting career in residential care? Do you have the passion and drive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people?
Responsibilities
* Providing emotional support during challenging times
* Fostering ambition in young people, assisting them in achieving their goals and maximising their potential
* Offering support in the educational pursuits of young individuals
* Maintaining accurate records and preparing written reports for planning meetings, reviews or any other meetings as directed by the line manager
* Empowering young people to actively participate in decision-making about their lives and future
* Acting as an advocate in meetings where the young person is the subject of discussion
* Encouraging community engagement, attending off-site activities, and expanding their personal social networks
* Meeting the needs of children and young people, organising social activities and maintaining the home (laundry, cooking, cleaning, shopping, etc.)
Qualifications and Requirements
* Minimum age requirement: 21 years old
* Full UK driving license preferable but not essential
* No prior experience necessary, only a commitment and passion for working with young people
* Must have availability for sleep-in shifts
* £30 per sleep in - totalling an additional £3600 to your salary based on 10 sleep ins a month
* A full two weeks of paid training before starting the role
* Overtime rate of x1.25
* NVQ Level 4 in the children and young peoples workforce
* Enhanced DBS covered
* Comprehensive induction and training provided
* Rota provided 4 weeks in advance
* 2-3 shifts per week for an excellent work/life balance
* Our shift patterns are 2 days in, 4 days off - sleep ins are mandatory, £30 additional payment per sleep-in shift
Shift Details
2 - 3 shifts per week on a full-time basis
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