Job Description
Residential Care Worker
* Location: Bidford-On-Avon
* Job Type: Full-time
* Hourly Rate: £12.69
Join a leading provider of behavioural services to children, where our vision is to inspire lives and continually develop them. We are looking for a Residential Care Worker to assist the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy Manager in achieving the aims and objectives of the Statement of Purpose and uphold the organisation's mission statement and values. This role involves supporting the team to enable them to meet the needs of the children and young people.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Undertake direct work with children and young people as appropriate.
* Ensure each shift is planned and resources are allocated.
* Work in partnership with other professionals to achieve optimum outcomes for young people.
* Offer supervision and support to staff in line with National Minimum Standards.
* Maintain accurate written records and ensure compliance with National Minimum Standards.
* Develop routines in consultation with young people and staff concerning all aspects of child care.
* Manage administrative issues and provide weekly management information reports.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Desire to work towards obtaining Diploma Level 3 Children & Young People Workforce.
* 6 months relevant experience
* Knowledge of National Minimum Standards, Children Act, and other relevant legislation.
* Excellent team building, supervision, and organisational skills.
* Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
* Understanding the needs of BESD children including managing challenging behaviour.
Benefits:
* Opportunities for personal and professional development.
* Supportive and empowering work environment.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
How to apply:
To apply for the Residential Care Worker position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. Ensure all pre-employment checks are understood as they will be conducted prior to starting the post. This includes Enhanced Disclosure, Right to Work Checks, and more as listed in the job description.