Are you passionate about making a difference?
Do you have a genuine commitment to enhancing the lives of children and young people?
Have you got experience as a therapeutic corporate parent?
Are you PACE informed, interweaving playfulness, acceptance, curiosity and empathy in all you do?
If the answer is yes, we would love to hear from you.
*Now Hiring*
Multiple Residential Children's Support Workers for Bank position
£13.50 per hour no L3
£14.50 per hour with L3
Sleep In Duty £40 plus hourly rate if disturbed
Here, at Brighter Stays we are embarking on an exciting adventure, with currently two residential children homes registered, and growing.
we are keen to develop our provision in supporting children and young people in need of specialist care. Pursuing all primary risks associated with children and young people presenting with medium to high support needs, aged between 8-17 years, we pride ourselves in having the ability to offer a loving, nurturing environment, somewhere where our young people can express themselves safely without fear of judgement.
Both of our homes are within the Central Bedfordshire region, and both are easily commutable through multiple forms of transport.
Who are we looking for?
· those that can work as part of a team, demonstrating autonomy and working on their own initiative,
· those that appreciate and enjoy interacting with children and young people,
· those that can implement boundaries within a caring, empathetic and kind manner,
· those that are not afraid to challenge stereo-typical views expressed towards our children and young people,
· those that have previous experience of working in a Children's/Young Persons residential setting or similar, ie Youth Offending, Youth Worker, Children and Families Outreach Worker or where transferable skills can be fully demonstrable matching the job description,
· those that hold a Level 3 in Children's Residential Care
· preferably those that can drive and have access to a vehicle or those that are in easily commutable distance enabling them to easily travel between home and work location, or those that are considering relocation,
· those with a solution focused approach, with a 'can do' attitude,
· those that can work a shift pattern with resilience to work long days and attached sleep – in duties,
What we offer in return,
· Employee Recognition,
· Salary enhancements for Christmas and Easter Bank Holidays,
· Company Pension,
· Meals provided when on shift,
· Quiet and tranquil designated space for reflection and time out,
· Protected time for online training and any required learning,
· A 'work family' environment where staff feel valued and supported with their job satisfaction and well-being being our top priority
· Internal progression with a bespoke personal development plan
Thank you for your interest, we look forward to receiving your application.
Pay: £13.50-£14.50 per hour
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Free parking
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person