Children's Residential Lead - Support & Growth

Swanton Care & Community Ltd; Kettering; On-site; GBP 27,475 - 37,172; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long service awards

Career development opportunities

Funded qualifications

Employee benefits app

Cycle to work

Pension

Life cover

Mental health first aiders

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Employee Voice

Monthly staff prize draw

Refer a friend scheme - £400

Job summary

Swanton Care & Community Ltd in Kettering is hiring a Children's Support Worker to assist young people in residential care. You will support daily routines, education, health and wellbeing, and promote independence with a compassionate, patient approach.

We value teamwork, reliability and the ability to work across shifts, including evenings and weekends. NVQ Level 3 in Residential Children's Care (or working toward) is required to join our supportive environment and help make a real difference

Qualifications

• Compassionate, patient care for children and young people in residential settings.
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively with colleagues and families.
• Willingness to work across shifts including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines, education, and healthy living for children in care.
• Promote independence and wellbeing through compassionate, consistent care.

Skills

Compassionate

Team player

Resilient under pressure

Communication skills

Flexible with shifts

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Residential Children's Care

Job description

Swanton Care & Community Ltd in Kettering is hiring a Children's Support Worker to assist young people in residential care. You will support daily routines, education, health and wellbeing, and promote independence with a compassionate, patient approach.

We value teamwork, reliability and the ability to work across shifts, including evenings and weekends. NVQ Level 3 in Residential Children's Care (or working toward) is required to join our supportive environment and help make a real difference