£32,194 - £38,560 assuming good attendance and 1-2 sleep ins per month
Overview
Working in our Children’s Homes means being a part of a young person’s day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our support workers enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults – an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory!
Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our support workers are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things.
Check out this video on what life as a Children's Residential Support Worker is like.
Responsibilities
* You’ll take care of our young people day to day, making sure things run smoothly and creating lasting memories.
* Help ensure they are up and ready for school, assist with homework, complete paperwork and plan activities.
* Evenings and weekends are for fun, such as playing on the Xbox, a game of football, film day or go-karting.
* Tap into each young person’s needs, personality and potential and guide them toward a positive future.
What we do for you
We reward you with a competitive salary and benefits package. You’ll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people and you’ll also receive:
* Salary: Base salary of £29,034 - £35,400
* Bonuses: Up to 4 sleep ins per month paid at £80 per sleep (approx. £3,840 per year) plus £1,400 Attendance Allowance, £1,000 Welcome Bonus on probation, and £1,000 Loyalty Bonus after 12 months
* Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy
* Holiday: 7 weeks’ holiday
* Progression: Many team leaders and managers promoted from within; Aspire future managers programme
* Flexible benefits package: adjust holiday allowance, pension and life insurance
* Wellbeing: wellbeing tools and employee assistance
* Medical cover and discounts
* Meals provided while you’re at work
* Beautiful working environments with good facilities
* Refer-a-friend scheme (£1,000 bonus)
Requirements
* Bring your whole-self to work and celebrate diversity
* Can-do attitude and team player mindset
* Honesty and empathy for our young people and colleagues
* Resilience to handle challenging situations
* Full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months
* If you don’t have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), we’ll pay for you to study and support you every step of the way
* Start as an RSW by joining the Care Academy – 4 weeks of off-the-job training
Join the UK’s best special education and care provider
At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way.
By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self.
The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
For a full job description and person specification, please click here. To view our ex-offenders policy please click here.
Children’s Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH
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