Overview
About Us 18 Tipton Road provides a safe, nurturing, caring and stimulating environment for young people aged between 8 and 18 years who have complex needs and may be experiencing a range of difficulties including physical, sensory and moderate to severe learning disabilities or complex social, emotional and behavioural difficulties.
Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council
Role
* Position: Residential Childcare Worker
* Hours: 37 hours per week
* Salary: Grade 6
* Under the supervision of a senior member of staff, contribute to all aspects of the physical, emotional and personal care of the child(ren) to promote their welfare, whilst working in partnership with their family and other professionals.
* In the absence of a senior member of staff, be responsible for the home.
* For more information on the role contact mark.bates@dudley.gov.uk
Responsibilities
* Work with children and young people with complex needs, providing care and support as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
* Promote welfare, safeguarding and well‑being of children and young people.
* Communicate effectively with families and other professionals to support the child(ren)’s development and safety.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Experience in residential childcare or related settings preferred.
* Flexible and responsive to the needs of the home and residents.
* Right to work in the UK; documentation to prove eligibility required.
* Postholders may be subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check.
Diversity, Equality & DBS Disclosure
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds as part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Application & Support
Online application forms will be accepted for this vacancy. If you require support completing an online or paper application form or interview techniques, please contact Dudley Adult and Community Learning on 01384 818 143 or acl@dudley.gov.uk. If you are disabled and require assistance applying, contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk. Dudley Council will check the information you provide against details held by the Council and external organisations as permitted by law to protect public funds. The Council’s privacy and disclaimer statement is available at https://www.dudley.gov.uk/privacy-disclaimer-statement/
Note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK. If you are experiencing a problem while applying, please visit WM Jobs Help Page or contact the HR Resourcing Team as appropriate. We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.
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