Overview
Join to apply for the Residential Child Care Worker role at Pebbles Care.
This role is part of Pebbles Cares UK-based residential child care operations, with focus on safeguarding and supporting children and young people across homes in the region.
Responsibilities
* You will ensure that our children and young people are cared for in every aspect of their lives, including keeping them safe from harm, supporting education, cooking, cleaning, and participating in activities.
* You will support care teams across several homes in the same area.
* You will receive a full induction, shadow shifts, and in-depth training, including an introduction to Therapeutic Parenting.
* You will be scheduled for shifts and are encouraged to cover as many shifts as possible; you may need to work at least one shift every four weeks to remain in the role.
What We Offer
* Hourly rate £12.75 - £13.53 per day hour, plus £80 per sleep payment, depending on qualifications and training.
* Zero Hour employees may cover 24-hour shifts, including sleepovers, or part-time daytime shifts.
* Paid annual leave accrual (Full-time equivalent 28 days).
* Employee referral scheme of £400 for every successful referral.
* Comprehensive introduction to Therapeutic Parenting.
* Health care plan via Medicash with benefits including dental, optical, GP access, counselling, and more.
* Blue Light Card discounts, free meals during working hours, and a collaborative culture.
Essential qualities
* Highly responsible and accountable for safeguarding children and young people
* Desire to pursue child care qualifications and training
* Nurturing and caring nature with patience and resilience
* Active and supportive listener with good verbal and written communication
* Proficient IT skills and experience with Microsoft packages
* Full, valid UK manual driver’s licence (homes have their own manual vehicles)
Desirable qualities
* One years experience working with children or young adults
* SCQF Level 7 (Scotland) or Level 3 Diploma (England) or willingness to work towards
* Familiar with Codes of Practice (e.g., SSSC, Ofsted)
* PVG/DBS certificate or willingness to obtain
How to apply
Please complete our online application form. Our recruitment team will contact you via email or telephone to explain the next steps and answer questions. All successful candidates must complete an online disclosure to work with children; Pebbles Care will cover the cost.
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