Come and join the UK's largest provider of complex care. We proudly employ over 4000 people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone. Salary - £26,749.36 Hours - 37.5 £300 welcome bonus We'd like you to join us as a Children's Care Worker at our service, Pear Tree House in Wiltshire (Swindon). At Pear Tree House, we provide residential supported living care to children with learning disabilities, autism, and complex care. Supported by a highly trained staff team, the children are encouraged to strive for independence, however that looks for them as an individual. Pear Tree House is a 5-bedded home providing residential care for children and young people with learning disabilities. All staff will be involved directly in the physical and emotional care of children and young people and will work in partnership with families and other agencies involved. RCCW will provide support to the Seniors and Managers in taking extra responsibility to maintain and develop the documentation required by the registered manager. You will also be required to maintain good staff morale and promote high standards of care and support. What you'll be working: Your hours are based on a rota, working every other weekend. Full-time hours 37.5 Full Days 8 am - 8 pm £26,749.36 Per Annum for full-time Flexible with Days & Nights Does any of this look good? If so, apply today, and we will be in touch. What you'll be doing: The post holder has a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people at all times. All staff are expected to act in accordance with safeguarding legislation, organisational policies, and statutory guidance. We believe safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We expect all staff to be vigilant, proactive, and committed to creating a safe, nurturing environment where children feel protected, listened to, and respected. Assist and support other staff in the overall management and organisation of the home to ensure its smooth and efficient running. Help to establish an atmosphere in which children / young people can, with good basic structures, be supported, stimulated, and provided with the opportunities to achieve their full potential at a level suitable for the children/young people. To be involved in implementing established care plans for the children/young people To be involved in individual and group recreational activities as appropriate. To provide children/young people within the residential home with care after appropriate training has been undertaken. Undertake domestic and practical tasks as required. To provide the basic needs of the children/young people, including, where appropriate, help with feeding, dressing, toileting and washing/bathing. You will be assigned as a key worker to one of the young people in accordance with current guidelines. Attend and participate in staff meetings, supervision sessions, annual appraisal and training events. Help the development of community involvement and understanding. Bring to the attention of the seniors the needs of both the children and the establishment as a whole. To undertake any specific tasks delegated by the manager/seniors related to the running of the establishment. To provide children and young people with approved complex medical care this is defined as medical care that is appropriately provided under medical direction by consultants, GPs, and paediatricians with parental consent. To appropriately respond and coordinate care requirements with CYP with complex health care needs, including the administration of emergency medication. Regular administration of medicine to control complex health care needs. Offer children / young people appropriate care, comfort and control with the highest professionalism and in accordance with company policy. Provide for the complex needs of the CYPs, including, where it is appropriate to do so, assistance with feeding (e.g. dietary requirements), Manual Handling, Gastroscopy, Suctioning, Dressing, Toileting (including double incontinence CYPs), Washing and bathing, Care and control of medical issues, including medication administration, support with catheter care, ventilator support, and oxygen To adhere to all the health and safety policies and practices by the company, including documentation of: COSHH, Infection Control, Risk Assessment of individual CYPs, Building and equipment, manual handling and fire safety of the establishment and individual CYPs, and safe storage of equipment. To monitor and review any deterioration in line with the health and safety of the building, which could affect the care needs of the CYPs and staff. Actively engage in leisure and learning activities with the CYPs and participate in activities and recreation within the wider community at large for the benefit of the CYPs and to promote independence and life skills. Share in administrative tasks, including message-taking, report writing Recording, ordering of supplies and or services and the collection and issuing of money. Attend and participate in staff meetings and selected training events Supervisory sessions as appropriate. What you'll have: Strong organisational, time management, planning, and communication skills. Experience with supporting children. Flexible, professional, and positive approach to multi-site working. Proven reliability in terms of full attendance and timekeeping. Ability to work as part of a team and as an individual. Self-confidence and ability to manage challenging situations This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check with the children's barred list. References and background checks will be required in line with safer recruitment practices. Ongoing safeguarding training is mandatory for all staff. We also want to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable facilities to participate in job applications or interviews to perform essential job functions. To support this, we are a Disability Confident committed employer. What to look forward to: 25 days plus bank holidays on a pro rata Basis Birthday off After probation, you will be enrolled on a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Child Care course. Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face-to-face training and development opportunities. The Active Reward App offers discounts and savings on your weekly shopping. Free 24-hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice A Nest Personal Pension account Professional Indemnity Insurance Fees met (Medical recruitment only) Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme. Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits Refer a Friend Scheme and earn up to £1000 by recommending someone you know. and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group.