About the role:
Bank roles offer a great work-life balance as hours and days available vary and we have other children’s homes in the area, so you will have the opportunity to work across settings.
As Bank Day Care Worker at Millstream Lodge, you will provide a stimulating environment, conducive to the educational, personal and social development of the children as outlined on their education, health and care plans ( EHCP ).
As a Bank Night Care Worker, you will remain awake throughout the night whilst supervising the home and ensuring the safety of our young people. You will check that all of our children and young people are present within the home and will assist with any child who may be unwell, upset or just wants to talk - therefore you will be a great listener, and ready to lend an ear as and when needed.
About you :
Ideally, for these roles, we are looking for someone who has experience of working within a children’s home setting, is passionate about supporting young people and holds, or is working towards a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent. If you don’t have the experience or qualifications yet, but share our commitment to developing confident and capable young people and making a difference to their lives by meeting their educational, health and social care needs in structured, nurturing school and home provisions, we would love to hear from you. We will fund your level 3 qualification and provide the support you need to successfully achieve it.
Why work for us?
1. a competitive salary
2. a comprehensive induction programme so you can hit the ground running
3. continued professional development and training
4. a friendly, passionate team committed to getting the best outcomes for our young people
Benefits include:
5. £500 refer-a-friend bonus
6. discounts on cinema trips, electronics, fashion, home and garden, travel, groceries, gifts, utilities, health and fitness
7. birthday treats
8. employee assistance and counselling service, wellbeing support and advice
9. optional flu jab