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Children's Residential - Support Worker
Looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make an impact? Are you an experienced Residential Worker OR are you looking to start a new career in health and social care?
If so, we're hiring Support Workers for our new Children's Residential Home inMatlock!
Location:Matlock (DE4)
Job Types:Full-Time / Part-time / Zero Hours (across a full rota pattern)
Salary:
Support Worker -Up to £27,120 - £29,200per annum (£12.00 - £13.00) DoE & Qualifications.
Package is inclusive of 4 sleep-ins per month and based on a 40 hour per week average.
About Us:
Progressive Care is a leading national provider of Social Care services, known for innovation and quality. Join our team and be part of a nurturing environment dedicated to supporting children's growth and success.
With our clear Career Progression Pathways, we promote that every person that starts with us is supported and developed to progress reach their full potential,from Support Worker -> Team Leader -> Deputy Manager -> Registered Manager -> Service Manager
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary rates we use structured pay grades so salary is based on your training and experience
- Career progression opportunities and clear development Pathways to Management
- Comprehensive Induction and full training programme prior to starting in the Home
- An emphasis on Continued Personal Development with funded opportunities to achieve recognised qualifications, with support though our Accredited Training Centre
- Company pension scheme
- Travel expenses, Blue Light Card discounts and other benefits
- Excellent Management Support and Supervision
The Role:
- Assist with the care of our children and young people aged 12-17 ensuring that a homely environment in maintained. Contributing to meeting each childs physical, emotional, social and educational needs.
- Build positive relationships with children and support their development whilst ensuring that they are kept safe.
- Working within a Team to advocate for children's needs
Our Ideal Candidate will:
- Have a genuine desire to improve lives and promote self-esteem
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills and empathy
- Stay calm under pressure and work flexibly
- Work as part of a team - bringing energy and enthusiasm to the role
- Either have their Level 3 Children Residential Childcare qualification (or equivalent) OR is committed to working towards.
- Be willing to learn and go the extra mile
Join us in creating a positive impact on children's lives! Apply now and embark on a fulfilling career journey with us.
Because of the nature of this work Progressive Care uses Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) to make enhanced background checks on all persons hired.
Sponsorship will not be provided and all applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
