Children's Care Worker

Children's Care Worker (BBBH4328) Telford, England

Salary: GBP24960 - GBP26416 per annum

We have an INCREDIBLE opportunity for several Children’s Care Workers to join a FANTASTIC 5-bedded Children’s Residential Service in Telford rated OUTSTANDING with Ofsted, supporting children & young people between the ages of 8-18 who have experienced early childhood traumas in the Health and Social Care Sector.

Supporting young people in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, you can enable them to develop socially, emotionally, and behaviourally in a setting where they feel safe and cared for.

**Due to the nature of the job and the activities involved, we are only able to consider applicants who have a full driver's licence and a car**

Salary: up to £26,567 per year (inclusive of sleep-ins)

Location: Telford (TF1 postcode)

Shift pattern: 12/24/48 hour shift pattern - there is some flexibility here for the right candidates to work long days / 1 on 2 off shift pattern or 2 on 4 off shift pattern

Contract: Permanent

Benefits of a Children's Care Worker

• Opportunity to complete the Level 4 Children’s Residential qualification - fully funded!!!
• Free meals whilst on shift
• Getting paid to play computer games and go to theme parks!!!
• Overtime paid on time and a 1/4
• Casual dress code
• Company pension
• 28 days annual leave
• Blue Light Card
• Life Cover
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Sick Pay
• Milestone bonus payments for every year of service
• Teambuilding and regional activities
• Access to discounts for shopping outlets, restaurants, holidays, cars and tech
• Comprehensive Training Package including scheduled ongoing face-to-face training and CPD planning
• Plenty of opportunities to maximise earnings and career development
• Enhanced disclosure cost coverage

Responsibilities of a Children's Care Worker

• Encourage young people to participate in activities and take responsibility for their own lives depending on their age.
• Maintain a homely, friendly environment in the homes.
• Deal effectively with challenging behaviours when needed.
• Protect children and young people from risks to their health and welfare.
• Support children and young people in the home, promoting their independence and well-being.
• Maintain a safe environment and keep up-to-date with individual care plans, guidelines, reward systems, and communication preferences.
• Support taxing behaviour safely and sympathetically.
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with staff, parents, Social Workers, and other professionals involved in the young people's lives, such as Psychologists.

Requirements of a Children's Care Worker

• A full UK Manual Driving Licence is essential (minimum 1 year driving experience) due to the location and requirements of the role.
• Experience within a children's residential setting or with challenging behaviours is advantageous.
• Candidates with experience in Sports Coaching, Camp America, the Duke of Edinburgh Award, Guiding and Scouting Movements, or Youth Work are encouraged to apply.
• Must be aged 23 or over, due to the oldest child's age and organizational policies.

The role is challenging but incredibly rewarding! You will be committed, passionate, and able to engage, encourage, and mentor young people, helping to make a difference!

If interested - Apply today!!!

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