Job Title: Senior Therapeutic Carer within a Children's Home
Salary: £35,120 starting salary.
Shift Patterns: 48-hour shifts with occasional 24-hour shifts ( rota confirmed 6 months in advance).
Sleep Ins: Yes / Essential; 8 to 10 per month.
On-Call Duties: Yes.
Working Hours: 165 hours per month.
Driver Required: Yes / Essential.
Qualifications Required: Level 3 or equivalent in Residential Childcare.
Experience Required: At least 1 year within Children’s Residential Childcare.
About the Company:
We are a long-standing family business with over 15 homes, committed to providing outstanding care to our young people and supporting our staff team. Established in 2004, we have grown organically, with 66% of our homes rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2021/2022. Our culture promotes work-life balance, exemplified by completing rotas 6 months in advance, and we uphold the principles of good parenting, focusing on small actions that make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.
The Homes:
Our homes are carefully selected for their proximity to amenities and foster a sense of community. They are immaculately decorated to create a warm, secure, and positive environment.
Who We Are Looking For:
A caring, committed individual eager to make a difference in children's lives, with an understanding of Children’s Residential care, looking to develop into management (Level 5 qualification). Resilience, teamwork, and a passion for helping young people are essential.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
You will provide one-to-one therapeutic care for children aged 6-17 with backgrounds of trauma and neglect, acting as a role model and supporting their social, educational, and emotional development. You will participate in daily home operations, complete documentation accurately, and help create a positive, enriching environment.
The role involves supporting children in social and educational activities, including family contact, appointments, leisure, and holidays, working alongside a supportive team and manager.
Benefits:
* Opportunities for management development, with 89% of seniors progressing into registered manager roles.
* Comprehensive training in safeguarding, clinical understanding, health & wellbeing, and behavior management.
* 33 days holiday.
* Wellness programs, including health screenings, dental, therapy, and family options after 6 months.
* Regular supervision, support, and team meetings to promote well-being and development.
* Recognition through company events and awards.
Financial Rewards:
* Competitive salary increments with transparent grading.
* Uncapped overtime potential, increasing earnings significantly.
* Fully funded DBS and Level 4 Diploma, with Level 5 in Leadership and Management also funded.
* Blue Light Discount Card, with access to over 15,000 discounts.
* Overtime enhancement scheme.
How to Apply:
If passionate about making a difference and meeting the qualifications, please apply or contact us for more information. For a confidential chat, contact Sam at 01423 393 019 or email samuel@sgscare.co.uk.
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