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Join our team at our top-rated Children's care home in Gloucester, where your unique life experience is valued and we provide comprehensive training to ensure your success in this rewarding role.
The salary starts at £12.35/hour, rising to *£14.20/hour with 1-2 weekly sleep-ins (£40 each), equating to an extra £3840/year.
*This hourly rate is calculated from the base hourly rate plus weekly sleep-ins
Within Reach is a provider of heart-warming care and support for children and young people with complex needs. Our mission is to help our young residents feel secure, joyful, and empowered to achieve their full potential. We're proudly registered with Ofsted and CQC, who has rated our personal care provision as GOOD.
As a Support Worker, your compassion and commitment will make all the difference to the children and young people (8-23 years old) under our care. Join our fantastic team in creating a comforting, homely environment for our young residents.
Curious about job progression and training? We champion your career growth with paid study time and support for completing the Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care. Our employee Tara's journey from a Support Worker to Team Leader is a testament to our supportive management that values your achievements and hard work.
What does a typical day look like? Support young people in their day-to-day activities, whether that's attending educational or recreational events, helping with home chores or meal preparation, or accompanying them to the cinema or spa trips. Work as part of a supportive team and make a difference.
Apply now to learn more about this rewarding opportunity
Working with us, you'll be based in central Gloucester with access to company cars and free on-site parking. We also offer:
* Workplace pension.
* Blue light card for discounts & an 'Employee of the Month' Amazon voucher scheme.
* Parking permit for your personal vehicle which allows you to park for free in city centre areas across Gloucestershire
* Employee mentoring programme
* Pension Scheme
* Paid Training
* Referral Bonus of £900
* Meals and Food paid for
Requirements:
* You bring transferable skills whether from previous roles or life experience. We provide full training.
* We seek enthusiastic individuals with a passion for working with young people.
* Candidates should be caring, kind, compassionate, and considerate.
* Willing to work towards either your Level 3 in Health & Social Care to join our CQC registered services or a Level 4 to join our Ofsted registered services.
Details:
* Full job description provided upon application.
* Having a driving licence is preferable, but not essential.
* Flexible start date.
* Optional overtime.
* Shifts available with flexibility between 8-hour, 12-hour, and 15-hour patterns (days & or nights).
* Work on a bank contract (choose your shifts to suit your personal circumstances) or permanent contracts (16 to 40 hours/week).
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.35-£14.20 per hour
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Flexitime
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
* Store discount
Application question(s):
* Have you previously been dismissed from a job held in Health or Social Care? (YES/NO)
* Would you be available to work at least every other weekend? (YES/NO)
* Do you currently live in Gloucestershire? (YES/NO)
* How many of your previous care roles can you provide references for?
* Briefly describe any experience you have that may be applicable to this vacancy?
* 'Are you currently in the UK on a Visa Sponsorship? (YES/NO) (If you do not respond to this question your application will be rejected)'
* Are you over the age of 18? (YES/NO)
* Have you ever been cautioned or convicted of a criminal offence? (YES/NO)
Experience:
* living in the UK: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person