Bank Residential Care Worker – Children and Young People

Kedleston Group Limited; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Bank Day Care Workers to join their nurturing team at a new children's home in Staines. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of young people aged 9 to 17, providing a safe and supportive environment tailored to their individual needs. With a commitment to professional development, the company will fund your Level 3 qualification, ensuring you have the skills needed to thrive. Join a friendly team that values your contributions and is dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for children. If you are passionate about making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

£500 refer-a-friend bonus

Discounts on cinema trips and electronics

Birthday treats

Employee assistance and counselling service

Optional flu jab

Qualifications

• Experience working in a children's home is preferred.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Provide a stimulating environment for children's development.
• Supervise the home during the night and ensure safety.

Skills

Experience in children's home setting

Passion for supporting young people

Good listening skills

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Thank you for your interest in joining our team.

Location:

Staines

Salary:

Unqualified rate £29,596.37 per year- Qualified rate £32,392 per year plus £60 sleep-in shift payment for day care workers

Date Posted:

06/10/2023

Job Type:

Permanent

Setting:

Millstream Lodge

About the role:

Bank roles offer a great work-life balance as hours and days available vary and we have other children’s homes in the area, so you will have the opportunity to work across settings.

As Bank Day Care Worker at Millstream Lodge, you will provide a stimulating environment, conducive to the educational, personal and social development of the children as outlined on their education, health and care plans (EHCP).

As a Bank Night Care Worker, you will remain awake throughout the night whilst supervising the home and ensuring the safety of our young people. You will check that all of our children and young people are present within the home and will assist with any child who may be unwell, upset or just wants to talk - therefore you will be a great listener, and ready to lend an ear as and when needed.

About you:

Ideally, for these roles, we are looking for someone who has experience of working within a children’s home setting, is passionate about supporting young people and holds, or is working towards a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent. If you don’t have the experience or qualifications yet, but share our commitment to developing confident and capable young people and making a difference to their lives by meeting their educational, health and social care needs in structured, nurturing school and home provisions, we would love to hear from you. We will fund your level 3 qualification and provide the support you need to successfully achieve it.

Why work for us?

• a comprehensive induction programme so you can hit the ground running
• continued professional development and training
• a friendly, passionate team committed to getting the best outcomes for our young people

Benefits include:

• £500 refer-a-friend bonus
• discounts on cinema trips, electronics, fashion, home and garden, travel, groceries, gifts, utilities, health and fitness
• birthday treats
• employee assistance and counselling service, wellbeing support and advice
• optional flu jab

About us:

Our new 5 bed home, part of Kedleston Group Limited, will be an independent children’s home in Staines for children and young people aged between the ages of 9 and 17 who may have experienced social, emotional and mental health needs. We will be providing a nurturing home led by highly-experienced managers and with a strong, vibrant team, each of whom bring their own specialisms.

Kedleston Group Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. You will be expected to engage in annual safeguarding training, be familiar with key policies and ensure you know the steps to take should be made aware of a safeguarding or child protection concern. You will remain vigilant and act swiftly if you have concerns about a child and be an appropriate role model for both children and colleagues at all times.

The successful candidate is required to provide references and will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.