Job Description:
Support Worker Children s Residential Home (Derby, DE21)
Salary: £23,795.20 - £28,080 per annum
Location: Derby, DE21
Position: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role:
We are seeking passionate and dedicated Support Workers to join our team at a children s residential home in Derby (DE21). As a Support Worker, you will provide high-quality care and support to children and young people aged 8-18 in a safe and nurturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day care, emotional support, and guidance to young residents.
- Assist in developing and implementing personalized care plans to meet the individual needs of each young person.
- Promote positive behavior and help young people build life skills, independence, and emotional resilience.
- Support educational, recreational, and social activities to aid personal growth and development.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of young people at all times.
- Keep accurate records and collaborate with the team to provide the best care possible.
- Build trusting, supportive relationships with young people, helping them reach their goals.
Key Skills and Qualifications:
- Experience working with children or young people (experience in a residential care setting is beneficial, but not essential).
- A caring, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting young people.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- A commitment to promoting equality and diversity.
- Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends.
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards this qualification).
Benefits & Bonuses:
- Salary: £23,795.20 - £28,080 per annum.
- Increments: Staff completing probation will receive their pay increment in either March or October.
- Paid Christmas Party
- Birthday Leave: Extra 8 hours of annual leave for your birthday.
- Company Pension Scheme
- Paid Face-to-Face Training
- Probation Bonus
- Annual Appraisal Bonus
- Ofsted Bonus
- Referral Bonus: Payment for referring a friend, once they have completed their first shift.
- Overtime: £2.50 extra per hour after 160 hours per month.
- Sleep-Ins: £50 per night for sleep-in shifts.
- Employment Assistance Scheme.
How to Apply:
apply directly with your CV or contact Mary who will be in touch once your CV is received.
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