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Join a dedicated team as a Residential Worker in a Residential Children's Home based in Grantham, NG31.
We are seeking compassionate and motivated individuals to support our young residents in a safe and nurturing environment.
Our client's newly refurbished children's homes boasts modern facilities designed to create a warm and welcoming environment for the children in care. From spacious bedrooms to well-equipped play areas, they have created a space that promotes comfort, safety, and growth.
Position Details:
- Annual Salary: £24,024 to £26,000 working up to 40 hours a week PLUS an annual sleep allowance of between £2,980 and £4,960 (based on between 6 and 10 sleeps per month over 10.5 months)
- Shift Patterns:
- 3-week rolling rota
- Shifts from 8 AM to 11 PM, including sleep-ins (£47.25 per sleep).
- Average hours: 37.5 hours per week.
- Week 1: Tuesday, Friday, Sunday
- Week 2: Wednesday, Saturday
- Week 3: Monday, Thursday
- Overtime Pay:
- Paid at 1.25x for any hours over 30 hours per week.
- Paid at 1.5x for covering last-minute shifts on the same day.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide a safe and supportive environment for young people.
- Maintain case files and assist in implementing care plans.
- Promote educational activities and accompany young people on outings.
- Handle administrative tasks and report any concerns to senior staff.
- Ensure the welfare and safeguarding of all residents.
Essential Requirements:
- A genuine interest in working with children and young people.
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to work effectively in a team and adapt to changing situations.
- Full driving license is essential due to the location of the home.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Experience in childcare or youth work.
- Willingness to pursue the Level 3 Diploma in Children's and Young People's Workforce.
Benefits:
- Refer A Friend scheme (£500 for successful referral)
- Wellness Incentive
- Additional Overtime Enhancements
- Company Health Cash Plan (after successful probation period)
- Birthday Gift Voucher
- Company pension scheme
- Progressive payscale
- Entitlement of 28 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
- Annual leave entitlement increases with length of service
- Enhanced DBS check, paid for by the client
- Dedicated learning and development programmes including fully funded Level 4 and 5
- Free meals
- Regular supervision sessions
- Generous budgets devoted to homes and children allowing staff to also partake in the activities and special events with our young people
- Bespoke systems. Smart IT systems in place to reduce manual report writing
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and want to be part of a supportive team, we encourage you to apply!
To Apply: Please send your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience
