Care and Support Worker Level 2 – Children’s Safe Accommodation

Cyngor Sir Ceredigion County Council; Aberaeron; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Level 2 Care and Support Worker has arisen within the Children's Safe Accommodation service in Aberaeron. Candidates should have a passion for child-centred practices, with prior experience in children's residential care. The role offers competitive annual leave, employee health support, and a generous pension scheme.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Lifestyle savings scheme

Generous employer pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Solid career history in children’s residential care or similar.
• Fluency in Welsh is preferred; support to learn welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Support the needs of children in a safe accommodation environment.
• Work on a rota covering both day and night shifts.

Skills

Child-centred approach

Ability to promote wellbeing

Education

Experience in children’s residential care

Job description

We operate a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, and any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

Care and Support Worker Level 2 – Children’s Safe Accommodation

Please note that the advertised salary for this position is subject to a pending pay award. The final salary will be adjusted in line with the nationally agreed pay award.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Level 2 – Care and Support Waking Nights within our Children’s Safe Accommodation provision in Ceredigion. These roles will work on a rota covering day and night shifts supporting the needs of the service. These roles are a fundamental part of a wider team including a Registered Manager, Assistant Manager, and Level 3 – Care and Support.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about promoting a child-centred approach to practice, with a solid career history in children’s residential care or similar care and support provision.

In exchange for your skills and commitment, we offer a range of employee benefits including a competitive annual leave allowance, comprehensive employee health and wellbeing support, and a generous pension contribution scheme. More information about our wide range of employee benefits can be found here.

We are committed to investing in our people. We will provide support to help you quickly and confidently take ownership of your role’s key responsibilities, and we will support your development to progress your career with us.

While we are seeking individuals with a degree of fluency in Welsh, we welcome applications from non-Welsh speakers. All successful applicants requiring support to learn or improve their Welsh language skills will be offered funded lessons during work time to help reach the desired standard following appointment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly and dedicated organization and make a real difference.

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. Certain roles within our organization require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess suitability. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. The presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, considering the nature and relevance of any convictions. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have questions regarding this process, please contact us. Your privacy and dignity are our priorities during recruitment.

What we offer

• Work-life balance
• Lifestyle savings scheme
• Generous employer pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Learning and development

Where you'll work

Porth Gofal – Targeted Intervention Services

We focus on ensuring each individual receives the intervention that best meets their needs or is guided to early help or specialist services. Our functions include:

• Porth Gofal Intake and Triage Team
• Targeted Intervention Services
• Fostering Services
• Residential and Day Care Services
• Housing Services
• Integrated Community Equipment Stores
• Emergency Duty Team

More information about our teams can be found here.

Penmorfa is our most central office, where our Chief Executive and Councillors are based.

Aberaeron is a picturesque harbour town and one of Ceredigion's most loved holiday destinations, offering fashionable places to stay and eat.