Childrens Residential Support Worker
Cambian Group, Wethersfield, Essex
Childrens Residential Support Worker
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Cambian Group, Wethersfield, Essex
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 3 Nov | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 9f9fff5f1607491da592496d9bc14398
Full Job Description
The nature of the work is dynamic and diverse, with each day presenting new and unique tasks - no two days are the same! From organising activities to 1:1 support to attending off site activities there is no telling what each day would bring. As a Residential Care Worker, you'll need to be adaptable, flexible and a pro at reading situations to guide our young people towards making positive choices.,
- Providing emotional support during challenging times
- Fostering ambition in young people, assisting them in achieving their goals and maximising their potential
- Offering support in the educational pursuits of young individuals
- Maintaining accurate records and preparing written reports for planning meetings, reviews or any other meetings as directed by the line manager.
- Empowering young people to actively participate in decision-making about their lives and future
- Acting as an advocate in meetings where the young person is the subject of discussion
- Encouraging community engagement, attending off-site activities, and expanding their personal social networks
- Meeting the needs of children and young people, organising social activities and maintaining the home (laundry, cooking, cleaning shopping etc.)
Are you a dedicated, compassionate person looking for an exciting new career within Residential Care? Are you a caring individual with a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people? Are you wanting to join a supportive team in a career you can grow in? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!, Minimum age requirement: 21 years old - Full UK driving license preferable
- No prior experience necessary, only a commitment and passion for working with young people
- Attendance at a 2-week training program required
- Must have availability for sleep-in shifts
Salary: £11.92 - £12.54 per hour - £30 sleep in payment per mandatory sleep in shift
- Plus, an additional overtime pay of 1.2x your hourly rate.
- Hours: 40 hours per week on a rotational basis (rota provided 4 weeks in advance)
- Shift Patterns: 2 - 3 shifts per week (Typical shift pattern is 2 on 4 off. 08:00am until 11:00pm - with sleep in), £30 additional payment per sleep-in shift
- Enhanced DBS covered
- Comprehensive induction and training provided
- 2-3 shifts per week for an excellent work/life balance
- Rota provided 4 weeks in advance