We are hiring Residential Support Workers in Chigwell, Essex. If you are kind, empathetic, resilient and have a good sense of humour, we want to hear from you
Career Opportunity
The manager would like to onboard 2 new Residential Support Workers and is offering Continued Professional Development courses as well as an NVQ/QCF level 3 in Residential Child Care.
If you already have your NVQ level 3 and are more interested in a Senior Support Worker Role, please still apply for this post as the company can facilitate Seniors and offer support throughout your NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management.
Day to Day responsibilities
A typical day in the home consists of all the things a parent would do for their own child. This means planning their week, ensuring children are eating a balanced diet, providing transport to and from education as well as any health appointments. The home encourages young people to try new things so you'll be expected to support extracurricular activities as well.
As a regulated industry, safeguarding, recordkeeping and recording are of the upmost importance.
Type of person we are looking for
The young people here can be vulnerable and have been let down numerous times throughout their lives.
This means sometimes they can display challenging behaviour. As a result, you'll need to be a confident individual that is resilient and is able to think quickly, act appropriately and de-escalate any situation you may face. You will need to be able to work a mix of day, night and sleep-in shifts. There are a range of shift times which are 07:30-15:00, 14:30-22:00, 07:30-22:00, 21:30-08:00.
If you have a drivers license and any qualifications relating to childcare, healthcare, supported living or mental health this will be a benefit to your application.
How & Why To Apply
To begin the process simply hit the 'Apply' button below. Our manager will review your CV and if successful will contact you to arrange a meeting. If you are successful in the interview stage an immediate start is available.
You will receive a minimum of £13.50 per hour however this can be negotiated. Full-time contracts are 37.5 hours however there is a wealth of overtime available for the hard workers.
It is a 1 or 2 stage interview depending on your level of experience and demonstration of your existing knowledge.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.50 per hour
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Experience:
* Residential Care Home: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care or Equivalent (preferred)
* UK driving licence for two years (Not international) (required)
Work Location: In person