Job Overview
Kirklees Council is advertising a Residential Care Worker role at The William Henry Smith School.
Job Details
The role involves working an average of 37 hours per week on a rota, including weekends, evenings, sleep-in shifts, and bank holidays.
The salary for this role is NJC scale point 17-22 (£31,031 - £32,654), and the trainee salary is NJC scale point 15-16 (£29,093 - £29,572).
Responsibilities
The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring the safety and care of children and young people, building strong relationships with them, and handling challenging behavior effectively.
Requirements
To apply for this role, you must have a valid driving license and be willing to work with vulnerable children and young people.
What We Offer
* A friendly and inclusive working environment
* Opportunities to make a positive difference in the lives of children and young people
* A Quality of Life and Well-being programme
* A competitive defined contribution pension scheme
* An employee assistance healthcare cashback plan
* Life Assurance Scheme (4x annual salary)
* A full induction programme and ongoing support
* A learning and development programme and CPD
* Assistance with childcare savings and cycle to work scheme
* Subscription to Head Space, Perks at Work, and Discount for Teachers online apps
* 50% towards the cost of branded work wear
* Personal health and fitness training and a financial advisory service
* Free staff lunches and on-site parking
* Staff Savings Scheme
* One life day to enhance your quality of life and one additional life day if 100% attendance is achieved
The Smith Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
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