Residential Childcare Support Worker
Complex Health Needs / Learning Disability
** Recruitment ongoing due to new home just opened**
* £13.04-£13.54ph plus sleep in payments, plus overtime
* Sleep ins paid @ £55
* Overtime paid at enhanced rates
* Paid break
* Every other weekend off
* Bank holidays double pay
* Work/ life balance shift patterns
* Annual pay reviews
* Ofsted rated GOOD homes
The Belsteads Group currently comprises of three individual children's homes on a semi-rural, 11 acre site near Chelmsford.
We have 2 x homes that are uniquely designed to cater to children with learning disabilities, autism, and sensory needs. Every detail of these homes has been thoughtfully crafted to create an enriching and joyful environment where children can truly thrive.
We also have a 3rd home which has just opened specifically tailored to provide bespoke care for young people with physical disabilities and complex health needs.
Our children may have difficulties with mobility, manual dexterity, communication, physical coordination, memory, concentration, and/or continence as well as displaying som As a Support Worker you will ensure our children receive the specialized support they require to lead enriched and successful lives.
Every day is different, and our main aim is to ensure all our young people are happy and safe.
The role…
The welfare of our young people is central to everything we do. Support Workers not only ensure their safety but also contribute significantly to their care, learning, and development. This involves empowering young people to participate in their daily routines, develop independence skills, problem-solve, and stay safe, all while being mindful of their individual capabilities
As advocates for the children and young people in our care, Support Workers ensure that their views, wishes, and feelings are heard and respected. They also promote inclusivity by appreciating each child's individuality and diversity, ensuring equal opportunities, and preventing discrimination.
As a support worker you will play a vital part in providing the Young People we support with a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment. Our mission is to safeguard the children and young people's potential, understanding that each child is unique.
You will help to implement and maintain clear and consistent boundaries necessary for the creation of a safe and secure environment for each child to flourish
We are looking for staff who are kind, caring, resilient and able to support young people in all areas including personal care where required.
The role can be challenging, both physically and mentally. But it is also fun, joyful and could be the most rewarding career you could ever have. To be able to be part of and have an impact on a young life is truly very special.
We offer opportunities for our staff team to develop and progress and with the growth of our company there is plenty of career potential.
Hours/shifts:
7.30am-8pm including a 30 minute PAID break - on average 3 x shifts per week for full time
You will need to be able to work every other weekend and take a share of sleep in duties - roughly once per week. (We have a separate waking night team who support the children during the night)
Full time hours are based on 37.5 pw (average 3 x shifts pw). We may be able to consider part time dependent on your availability. Unfortunately we are not usually able to consider just certain days of the week.
We normally work on a rolling rota basis so you should know your shifts well in advance and working an average of 3 shifts per week, you will have plenty of work/life balance However, there is usually extra shifts available that you can pick up across the homes if you wanted to work more hours.
What you will need to succeed:
* Experience supporting children/people with a learning disability or complex health needs is desirable, or transferrable experience from the care sector
* A passion for working with Young People
* Ability to work as part of a team with a caring, supportive attitude
* Reliability and responsibility
* Resilience
* Excellent communication skills
* Good command of English with the ability to write reports
* Enjoy a challenge
* Full valid UK driving license ( to drive our cars)
We can offer:
· £13.04ph (rising to £13.54ph after successful probation) plus sleep in payments, plus overtime
· Overtime at enhanced rates
· Bank holidays paid at double time
. Sleep-ins paid at £55
· Every other weekend off
· Free enhanced DBS checks
· Ongoing career development to support you in achieving your ambitions
· 5.6 weeks holiday (Inc Bank Holidays)
* Health cash plan
* Regular pay reviews
· Comprehensive structured and supported induction
· Personal online Learning and Development
· Opportunity to gain sector specific qualifications
· Pension
· On-site Parking
· Casual dress
· Employee of the month recognition scheme
· Company events
** Please note that we are currently unable to offer sponsorship **
If you think this sounds like a role for you, please apply online and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Belsteads Group treat everyone equally with dignity and respect. We believe in the strength and value of an inclusive and diverse workforce and recognise the positive contribution all employees bring regardless of age, race, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, gender or sexual orientation.
We value the unique talents of every individual and work together to help everyone achieve their full potential by providing equality of opportunity to our team members, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and communities.
This organisation is committed to the protection and safeguarding of children, and promoting their welfare.
Belsteads Group vacancies are excluded from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 which means that for certain types of employment it is lawful to reject a person for employment on the grounds of a spent conviction. When making an application, job applicants are obliged to disclose all convictions, whether or not they are spent. All offers of employment are subject to Enhanced Disclosure (and an overseas Police check if applicable)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.04-£13.54 per hour
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Application question(s):
* Do you drive?
* Are you looking for a full time position?
* Do you require Sponsorship? We are unable to offer this currently.
Work Location: In person