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Location:Grove, Oxfordshire
Salary:£34,000.00 per year
Job Type:Full-time, Permanent (40 hours per week, including long days and sleep-ins over 3 days each week)
Benefits:
Casual dress
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Free parking
On-site parking
Store discount
Generous 29 days holiday
Free training and induction
Fully funded Level 5 qualification (if not already in place)
Enhanced DBS check (funded by our client)
Job Description
Our client is currently seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals to join their team in providing exceptional care to children within a residential setting in their newly opened home in Grove. The children supported have often experienced challenging childhoods, which may include emotional and behavioural difficulties, and some may also have potential learning disabilities.
We are looking for staff who can offer a safe, nurturing, and structured environment, helping these children build emotional resilience, develop positive coping strategies, and achieve their full potential. Your role will be vital in supporting their growth, offering guidance, understanding, and ensuring their well-being while fostering an environment of respect and trust.
Key Responsibilities:
Mentoring and Supervision:Support and mentor a team of residential support workers, providing guidance to ensure the needs of the children are consistently met.
Safeguarding:Maintain a strong understanding of safeguarding procedures, ensuring the safety and well-being of all children in care.
Care Planning & Reviews:Lead the review and update of care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour management plans to meet individual needs and promote positive outcomes.
Shift Leading:Take responsibility for leading shifts, including task allocation and workload management to ensure smooth operations.
Leading by Example:Set high standards of behaviour and professionalism to inspire and encourage the team.
Supportive Environment:Ensure that the children's emotional, physical, and social needs are met, promoting a positive and nurturing environment.
Health and Safety Compliance:Ensure all activities and environments comply with relevant health and safety legislation and regulations.
Knowledge of Regulations:Stay informed and up-to-date on all relevant legislation, regulations, and standards governing children's care.
Direct Reporting:Report directly to the Registered Manager, providing regular updates on the care and progress of the children, and supporting management duties when required.
Skills & Experience:
Qualifications:Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) is essential.
Experience:Significant experience working with children or young people in a residential care setting.
Safeguarding:Strong understanding of safeguarding protocols and experience implementing them.
Communication & Leadership:Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
Care Planning:Experience in reviewing and updating care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour management strategies.
Health & Safety:Good understanding of health and safety legislation and its application in a residential setting.
Team Leadership:Ability to supervise, mentor, and lead a team effectively.
Collaboration:Ability to report effectively to the Registered Manager and align with home objectives and regulatory standards.
Requirements:
Must have the legal right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available).
Must hold a validLevel 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
Must have afull UK driving licence.
Ability to reliably commute or relocate to Grove before starting work.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children while being part of a supportive team and helping shape the future of care for young people.
