Children’s Therapeutic Residential Workers
Location: Purley
Salary: Permanent - up to £28,000 per annum
Hours: 4 days per week
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children? Our client, an ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted-rated Therapeutic Children’s Home, is looking for dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to join their team. This is your chance to work in a warm, supportive environment with children aged 8-17 years who have emotional and behavioural difficulties.
Why Join Us?
* Impact Lives: Be a part of a team that transforms the lives of children and young people, helping them overcome challenges and achieve their full potential.
* Supportive Environment: Work in a nurturing setting where your contributions are valued and your professional growth is encouraged.
* Competitive Salary: Earn up to £28,000 per year with a permanent position offering stability and growth.
Role Description:
As a Children’s Therapeutic Residential Worker, you will:
* Champion Mental Health: Support and develop the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people in our care.
* Consistent Care: Ensure all aspects of care are applied consistently in line with our policies, Children’s Home Regulations, Quality Standards, and SCCIF.
* Collaborate: Participate in Child Looked After meetings and complete necessary paperwork to support these.
* Proactive Wellbeing: Use effective methods to ensure the wellbeing of our children and young people, including risk assessments, care plans, and understanding individual needs.
* Therapeutic Support: Address mental wellbeing through effective stimulation, support, comfort, therapy (sensory), and consistency.
* Behavioral Management: Continuously review and understand behavioral management plans.
* Set Boundaries: Adhere to set boundaries for each child and young person to ensure a consistent team approach.
* Aspire and Achieve: Assist children and young people in setting and achieving personal goals through their support plans.
* Life Skills Development: Support children and young people in developing key life skills, from personal care to financial management.
* Mentorship: Encourage, support, and mentor children and young people to make informed decisions and understand the consequences.
* Promote Equality: Foster an appreciation of equality and diversity, showing respect for all and understanding cultural differences.
* Community Engagement: Enable children and young people to access community services positively and responsibly.
Person Specification:
We are looking for individuals who are:
* Experienced: Previous experience in a similar role is essential.
* Passionate: A genuine passion for working with children and young people.
* Empathetic: Strong empathy and understanding of the challenges faced by children with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
* Team Players: Ability to work collaboratively within a team to provide consistent care.
* Resilient: Able to handle challenging situations with patience and resilience.
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and be part of an outstanding team, apply now and help us create brighter futures for children and young people