Role: Child Care Worker Location of Role: Lowton, Warrington Rate of Pay: £25,905.73 - £28,410.65 per annum or the pro-rata Role Description: We are currently recruiting for Child Care Workers who will be responsible for providing outstanding care to the children and young people, treating them with dignity and respect. As a Child care worker, you must be optimistic and compassionate about the care you provide, promoting good childcare practices through the provision of a caring environment for the children in accordance with the home’s statement of purpose and function, and in line with Nugent’s core values. Lime Grove Cottage offers accommodation for: • Children and young people between the ages of 12 and 17 • Children who have experienced trauma, abuse and neglect • Children and young people with mild to moderate of learning difficulties, are neuro-diverse and/or have mental health needs The overriding principle is that the children we care for should have an experience that is as enjoyable as possible, in a safe, healthy and relaxed environment which enables them to reach their full potential. Experience & Skills: * Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce (or equivalent) OR willingness to undertake. * Experience supporting children or young people who may perceive behaviours which are challenging in a similar setting is desirable but no essential. * Ability to recognise and set limits of behaviour and provide controls to emotionally behaviourally disturbed children. * Experience in supporting children, by listening to them being compassionate and positive. Hours of work: Shifts of 19.5 or 39 hours per week, it's a 24/7 rota which will include early shifts, late shifts and night working. Benefits: * Life Assurance Scheme * Corporate Medicash Scheme * Group Personal Pension Scheme * Access to offers and discounts. * Blue Light Card * 30 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing to 33 days after three years in service. * Recommend a friend scheme. * Values Awards * A comprehensive induction programme with ongoing training and development * Career Progression opportunities * Enhanced DBS check which is fully paid for by Nugent and maintained on the DBS update service. What does it mean to work with us? It’s all in the name – iACCORD. We live and work by our values, which spell out who we are and what we stand for: * Integrity – we are honest in what we say and do * Ambition – we have high hopes for the future * Courage – we stand up for what we know is right * Compassion – we are kind and support each other * Optimism – we believe we can * Respect – we accept one another and look after all we share * Dignity – we value ourselves and each other These values guide everything we do, every day – with heart, purpose, and positivity