Job title: Children's Senior Registered Support Worker
Pay: From £26,931.84 - £28,431.84 depending on experience. Plus an average of £2,080 per year in sleeps.
Hours: Full-time permanent. Based on 39 hours per week.
Location: Ilkeston
Introduction:
P4 Recruitment is partnering with a client in Ilkeston to find a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker dedicated to providing exceptional, person-centred care for young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder and associated learning difficulties. Are you passionate about making a real difference in children's lives? If so, we'd love to hear from you!
Home-from-home environment with opportunities to participate in activities with the young people, including theatre and cinema visits, sporting activities, arts and crafts, country walks, and days out.
Company benefits:
* Refer a friend bonus
* Blue Light Card discounts
* Annual salary uplift of £500 after the first year, and another £500 after the second year, with further increments based on experience or responsibilities (pro-rata for part-time).
* Training package including support to complete Level 3 Diploma in Children's Residential Care
* Free meals and onsite parking
* Sleep-in allowance in addition to salary
Hours and shift patterns:
* Early shifts: 07:30-15:00
* Late shifts: 14:30-22:00 or sleep
* Full shifts: 07:30-22:00 or sleep
* Working some weekends and bank holidays
Responsibilities:
* Developing new techniques and approaches to childcare
* Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people
* Building positive, trusting relationships with young people
* Providing consistent boundaries and appropriate sanctions
* Supporting young people in developing social networks and preparing for leaving care
* Encouraging educational and vocational attainment
* Working within the principles of therapeutic parenting
Minimum requirements:
* Level 3 Diploma in Children's Residential Care or equivalent
* Experience in children’s services (minimum 2 years) or senior role
* Valid driving license (company car available)
* Enhanced DBS on the update service
* Understanding of Autism and other needs of young people
If this sounds like you, we look forward to hearing from you. Good luck with your job search!
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