Overview
Join our Children’s Residential Homes in Salisbury as a Residential Child Care Worker.
You will join a team of compassionate, child-focused adults whose mission is to give the best experiences to our children and young people. You will be supported as part of a bigger team with our integrated services, including Clinical and education colleagues. We specialise in trauma-informed care following our therapeutic model to help their lives around.
You won’t need specific experience for this role—we will train, teach, and guide you through everything you need to know to be successful. We are looking for people who want to make a difference to young people and who are patient and resilient when times are challenging.
Responsibilities
* Participate in events and activities such as kayaking, rock climbing, swimming, skating, arts and crafts, beach adventures, forest walks, movie nights, and camping in the back garden.
* Act as a role model, guiding and supporting children to make good choices.
* Help with cleaning, cooking meals, maintaining the home, and learning skills like nutritional meal planning, first aid, health & safety, and gardening.
* Contribute to developing your professional career through the Level 4 apprenticeship in residential childcare.
* Engage in ongoing development and clear career pathways for future progression.
Sleep-ins and Salary
Part of the role involves some overnight stays in the home. You will need to do between 2 and 3 of these ‘sleep-ins’ per week, so the salary includes payment for an average of 8 sleep-ins per month. For each sleep-in, you receive an additional £50 per night, which can equate to around £4,800 per year if you complete eight sleep-ins per month.
Requirements
You will need good written, verbal, and IT communication skills, know how to have fun, and understand the importance of play to children.
We will support you in achieving your Level 4 Qualification. Ideally, you will have a full driving licence and be over 19.
Benefits
* 30 days annual leave (22 days plus 8 bank holidays) with holiday purchase scheme
* 3-week rolling rota given 6 weeks in advance
* £50 per sleep-in payment on top of salary
* Simplyhealth – medical cash-back plan
* Ongoing training and support through Learning & Development Team (in-house and external trainers)
* Company will pay for Level 4 Diploma in Residential Child Care
* Employee Support programs (24/7 GP service, counselling, and advice)
* Long Service award scheme
* Enhanced Maternity Leave package for mothers with over one year’s service
* Meals as part of a family when on shift
* Blue Light discount card
* Refer a Friend bonus; Foster Carer Referral bonus
Hours
On average, 39 hours a week for full-time. We are also happy to hear from you if you are interested in part-time hours.
Safeguarding and Equality
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check (the cost of which we will meet).
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
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