Residential childcare officer

Job Description

Residential Childcare Officer

Rota – Three week rolling rota including day work, evenings and weekends. This role requires sleeping in duties as and when needed; A rota will be supplied for this. Sleeping in duties are paid at £60 per sleep.

About Our Client's Home

Our client is pleased to be opening a brand-new home for young people aged between 11 and 18 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) and Mild Learning Difficulties (MLD). They are committed to safeguarding and providing a safe and nurturing environment where young people can feel part of a caring home that will help them develop, grow and meet their potential.

Our client focuses on delivering high quality care, life skills and education which is tailored to meet their individual needs and help them to build a brighter future.

They have plans to expand the company as time progresses, leading to professional opportunities and career progression. They would love for you to be part of this journey and your input into the development of this exciting adventure will be greatly welcomed.

The Role

As a Residential Childcare Officer, you will play a key role in providing consistent, outstanding care and support to young people under the home’s care. You will be part of a dedicated and supportive friendly team. You will aid in providing a safe, stable and nurturing home environment that promotes positive routines, emotional wellbeing and life skills development.

You will build trusting and meaningful relationships with the young people in your care and guiding them through their time with our client. You will help them through challenges, develop internal strategies to manage difficult situations, promote self-worth and empower them to develop confidence in themselves and the world around them to create a sense of belonging and independence. The role is rewarding where you can make a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable children and be part of their growth from their starting point until they move on to their next chapter in their lives.

You will undertake a 6-month probationary period and if successful your contract will become permanent.

What our client is looking for in a successful candidate:

• A high level of emotional awareness (in self and others).
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with children, colleagues, managers, families and external professionals.
• Ability to demonstrate and maintain appropriate routines, boundaries and role model positive and acceptable behaviours.
• Capacity to handle crisis situations and challenging behaviours calmly, confidently, professionally and demonstrate critical thinking skills.
• Adaptability and willingness to change.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Someone who preferably holds a level 3 Diploma in Child Care and will work towards if not. Please note the company will pay for the qualification, but you will be tied into a 2-year obligation for the company. If you leave or are dismissed during this 2-year period, you will be expected to pay the necessary funds back.
• The ability to work within the current legislative framework and organisations policies and procedures.
• You will be required to engage in ongoing training, supervision, and personal development, including mandatory physical intervention, first aid, fire and safeguarding training.
• This role involves physical tasks such as supporting children on activities, long walks, participating in safe holding / restraint (with qualified training and when required) and manual holding.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive salary with sleeping in duties and overtime which will increase pay.
• Wellbeing support with mentorship and open-door policy.
• Free meals on duty.
• Career progression and professional development in the company.
• Company Pension.
• Ownership of specific duties aligned with your interests.
• Rewards for milestones in work.
• Casual dress and team building exercises.
• A genuine supportive work environment.