Location of the post: Coalville, Leicestershire.
Service Overview
Barnardo's, the UK's largest Children’s Charity, is currently on an exciting and innovative journey alongside Leicestershire County Council to deliver a range of Children’s homes for the most vulnerable children & young people in Leicestershire. Marjorie House, our beautiful new home in Coalville, supports children & young people between 8-18 years with a complex range of risk and behaviours. The service provides up to 3 service users at any one time, allowing them to enjoy different experiences, establish friendships, and develop confidence, independence and social/emotional skills.
Responsibilities
* To build trust and develop nurturing relationships which promote the service user’s independence, wellbeing, strengths and capabilities.
* To work in partnership and build relationships with parents/carers and other professionals.
* To lead and support the Residential Support Workers in their day‑to‑day duties.
* To contribute to the upkeep of the home including cooking, cleaning etc.
* To document information accurately and ensure records are kept up to date.
* To ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are adhered to.
* To promote, monitor and maintain a safe environment at all times.
* To be flexible to travel throughout the locality to support in other homes if needed.
Qualifications
* Must hold a Level 3 qualification relevant to Residential Childcare OR be willing to complete this in the required timeframe.
* Relevant experience working with children & young people.
* At least 1 year of supervisory and shift‑leader experience in a residential care setting.
* Ability to demonstrate a good understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.
* Flexibility to commit to shift work, including weekends and bank holidays.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
For more information, contact Sean Fagan – sean.fagan@barnardos.org.uk.
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