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Residential Children's Worker

Shire Healthcare
Posted a day ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 4LQ, England

Salary

£25,000 - £30,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We have a permanent opportunity for a Residential Children's Worker based in Newcastle, working with children who have emotional and behavioral difficulties.
  • This position offers 40 hours of work per week plus sleep-ins, with a salary ranging from £25,000 to £30,000 per year.
  • Previous experience is not essential, making it a great opportunity for those looking to start their career in this field.
  • For established Residential Children’s Workers, there may be opportunities for progression into a Senior Role when appropriate.
  • The role includes supporting children in daily living, maintaining relationships, and safeguarding, along with benefits like meals on shift and paid training.

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Residential Children's Worker based in Newcastle. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with emotional and behavioural difficulties within a children's home. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week plus sleep-ins. Previous experience is not essential, so if you are looking to start your career as a Residential Children’s Worker, our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment. If you are already an established Residential Children’s Worker, our client may be able to offer progression into a Senior Role as and when the time is right.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £25,000 - £30,000 per year inclusive of sleep-ins.

As a Residential Children's Worker your responsibilities will include:

  • Provide support using a person centred approach.
  • Support the children to maintain and develop relationships with friends and family.
  • Encourage the children to integrate with the local community by attending clubs or day centres.
  • Support the children in all aspects of their daily living.
  • Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm.
  • Continuous commitment to professional development.
  • To be willing to cover other homes when required.
  • Liaise with parents and/or carers and other professionals.

Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:

  • Progression opportunities.
  • Meals on shift.
  • Market leading training.
  • Paid enrolment onto Level 3 qualifications.

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Tom Lane.

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