Shire are now working in partnership with a provider of children services and have a permanent opportunity for a Senior Residential Children's Worker based in Chevington, just outside Bury St Edmunds.
If successful, you will be working as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing support to children within a 2* bed children's home presenting with learning disabilties. *
The hourly rate: £13.90 - £14.37 per hour + £65.00 per sleep in. (Sleeps are 6-8 per month)
Shifts are 16.5 hours shifts including a sleep: 9:30am - 11:00pm, sleep, 7:00am-10:00am.
Full UK driving license and Level 3 Residential Childcare are compulsory.
As a Senior Residential Children’s Worker your responsibilities will include:
* To attend staff meetings and supervisions.
* To be accountable for any decision made in regard to the welfare of the young people and staff members during the shifts that you lead.
* To discuss with the Manager any concerns with staffing matters.
* To ensure that all staff members are kept up to date with changes to procedures.
* Providing support with reference to person centred support plans.
* Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm
* Respect the confidentiality of information received at all times.
* Continuous commit to professional development
* To be willing to cover other homes when required
* Liaise with parents and/or carers and other professionals
Applicants should have the following:
* Previous experience of working with young people
* Hold NVQ Diploma level 3 in children’s workforce or equivalent
* Hold a Full UK drivers licence
Not for you? If you are registered with Shire and recommend a friend, family member or colleague, you will be eligible for a cash bonus payment!
To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Jack.
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