Children's Home Support Worker
Location: Rochdale
Salary: £29,165.50
Shift Patterns: 48-hour shifts with occasional 24-hour shifts (rota confirmed 6 months in advance)
Sleep Ins: Yes / Essential; 8 to 10 per month
On-Call Duties: Yes
Working Hours: 165 per month
Driver Required: Yes / Essential
Qualifications Required: Enrolled on or completed Level 3 or equivalent in Residential Childcare
Experience Required: Yes, within Children’s Residential Childcare or similar settings such as Youth Work
About the company:
We are a long-standing family business with over 15 homes, committed to providing outstanding care to young people and taking care of our staff. The company promotes work-life balance, with rotas completed 6 months in advance. Established in 2004, we have grown organically and safely, with 66% of our homes rated Outstanding or Good by Ofsted in 2021/2022.
Our values are rooted in good parenting principles, focusing on understanding young people's perspectives and making meaningful differences in their daily lives.
The Homes:
All homes are strategically located near amenities, encouraging children to engage with their communities. They are well-decorated and furnished, creating a sense of comfort, security, and positivity.
Who we are looking for:
A caring and committed individual eager to make a positive impact on children's lives, interested in developing a long-term career with opportunities to progress into management. Resilience, teamwork, and a passion for helping young people are essential.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
* Providing one-to-one therapeutic care to children aged 6-17 with backgrounds of trauma and neglect, acting as a role model.
* Ensuring children experience a childhood filled with fun, laughter, friendship, and discovery.
* Participating in daily home operations and maintaining accurate documentation.
* Creating a positive environment that enables children to express themselves and feel safe.
* Supporting children in social and educational activities, including family contact, appointments, and leisure activities, both locally and abroad.
Benefits beyond salary:
* Opportunities for management development, with over 70% of RSW seniors advancing into senior roles.
* Comprehensive training in safeguarding, clinical understanding, health & wellbeing, and behaviour management.
* 33 days holiday, wellness programs, employee counselling, monthly supervision, and 24/7 managerial support.
* Regular team meetings to promote well-being and innovative ideas.
* Recognition through company events and awards.
Financial rewards:
* Salary increments based on transparent grading systems.
* Uncapped overtime potential, increasing hours and earnings significantly.
* Fully funded DBS checks and Level 4 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce.
* Discount cards and overtime schemes for additional income.
How to apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference and meet the qualifications, please apply by clicking the apply button or contact us for more information. For a confidential chat, contact Sam at:
Phone: 01423 393 019
Email: samuel@sgscare.co.uk
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