Are you looking for flexible work with amazing rewards?
Do you have the skills to positively impact childrens lives?
As a Casual Care Officer, you are the kind heart, the listening ear and the guiding hands. You are the smile when were winning and the supportive shoulder when theres a challenge.
Various shifts available 24 hours a day - Lates, Earlies, Sleep ins and Waking nights.
About You
We are looking to recruit a team of flexible staff who are able to support our homes.
We require team players that are enthusiastic and have experience or an understanding of caring and supporting those who may have dealt with challenges or may have emotional, behavioural, learning or physical needs.
Previous experience of working in the care sector or a similar role is essential, we also welcome applications from candidates who have the relevant knowledge or transferrable skills.
Tell us in your application – we want to hear about why you think you are the perfect fit to work with our children and young people, and what experience, skills or qualities you have that make you the ideal candidate.
The Role
You will be working alongside children and young people in our residential homes and supported accommodation. We need people that can have fun, are motivated and resilient. We want people who have a passion and ambition to support children in our care and prepare them for adult life, whilst keeping them safe in a homely and nurturing environment.
You will be given lots of training to provide therapeutic care to our young people and you will work as part of a dedicated, caring team to ensure we are giving the best support and care possible. As part of this role you may be required to enrol onto a Level 3 qualification to ensure you are qualified for the role.
What You Can Expect From Us
* Supported working environment
* Strong leadership and regular reflective supervision
* Training and development opportunities, including coaching
What can we offer?
In addition to a generous salary package, there are many perks to enjoy when you are part of TeamNEL.
As part of your RewardNEL package, you will also have up to 222 days leave entitlement* (including bank holidays) and enrolment into a local government pension scheme.
As well as access to our exclusive RewardNEL platform, which includes a variety of salary sacrifice schemes such as Cycle2Work, Holiday Extra, Tusker (car lease), discounts at local coffee shops and bars, direct access to our in‑house wellbeing support, discounted car parking and instant access to new savings at major retailers, entertainment and hotels.
NELC staff can also benefit from flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities and a fostering friendly scheme.
* Leave subject pay grade and length of service for contracted posts only
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