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Hesketh Bank, Lancashire
Salary: £24,909 - £27,317 per annum (or pro-rata for part-time roles)
Contract: Full-Time, 39 hours per week (Part-Time roles also available)
Package: Competitive terms & conditions, including Corporate Healthcare, Pension, Life Assurance, and more.
About Us:
We are seeking passionate and dedicated Childcare Workers to join our team at Hesketh Bank. Our service provides a holistic approach, offering residential care, education, and health support to children and young people in need.
The Role:
As a Childcare Worker, you will be an integral part of a supportive staff team, working on a 24-hour rota, 7 days a week. Your role will involve:
- Providing care in a children's residential home, adhering to Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.
- Delivering trauma-informed care based on psychological formulations.
- Building strong relationships with young people to ensure their safety and well-being.
- Preparing young people for a positive transition into adulthood through relational care.
Requirements:
The ideal candidate will:
- Hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) or be willing to work towards it.
- Be committed to supporting vulnerable and traumatised young people.
- Demonstrate good childcare practices and understand the needs of children and young people.
- Handle emotional and physical conflict and respond appropriately to crises.
- Understand child development, attachment, and the impact of trauma.
What We Offer:
- Salary: £24,909 - £27,317 per annum (or pro-rata for part-time roles)
- Healthcare: Corporate Healthcare cover via Medicash
- Pension: Group Personal Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance: Life Assurance Scheme
- Leave: Up to 33 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Family Benefits: Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
- Sickness Scheme: Occupational Sickness Scheme
- Discounts: Access to various offers and discounts
- Referral Program: Recommend a friend scheme
- Recognition: Values Awards
- Training & Development: Comprehensive induction programme with ongoing training and development, regular supervisions, and annual appraisals
- Career Progression: Opportunities for career advancement
- DBS Check: Enhanced DBS check fully paid for and maintained on the DBS update service
Join us in making a difference in the lives of young people. Apply today to become part of our dedicated team.
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