Children's Residential Support Worker

The Cambian Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training (2 weeks)

Overtime rate 1.25x

NVQ enrolment after probation

Job summary

The Cambian Group is seeking compassionate residential care workers to join our team, building strong relationships and creating a warm, supportive environment for children and young people in our care.

No two days are the same: plan activities, provide one-on-one support, and accompany off-site trips. We value adaptability, a can-do attitude and a commitment to safeguarding and welfare.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 21 years old.
• Full UK driving license preferable but not essential.
• No prior experience required; passion for working with young people is essential.
• Must have availability for sleep-in shifts.
• Enhanced DBS is provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional support during challenging times for children and young people.
• Foster ambition and help young people achieve their goals.
• Support educational pursuits of young people.
• Maintain records and prepare written reports for meetings and planning.
• Empower young people to participate in decisions about their lives.
• Act as an advocate in meetings involving the young person.
• Encourage community engagement and accompany off-site activities.
• Meet the needs of children, organise social activities and maintain the home.

Skills

Compassionate

Flexible

Adaptable

Reading situations

Job description

Are you a compassionate and dedicated person seeking an exciting career in residential care? Do you have the passion and drive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people?

We are looking for enthusiastic residential care workers to join our amazing team, building strong relationships and fostering a warm, supportive, and rewarding environment to the children and young people in our care.

No two days are the same in this dynamic and fulfilling role! From planning engaging activities and providing one-on-one support to accompanying young people on off-site trips, each day presents new challenges and opportunities. As a residential care worker, you'll need to be adaptable, flexible, and skilled at reading situations to help guide young people towards making positive choices.

For this role, whilst experience is preferred it is not necessary – if you have a positive, can-do attitude and the passion to make a real, meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people then this is the perfect role for you!

What We Offer:

• A full two weeks of paid training before starting the role
• Overtime rate of x1.25
• Enrolment onto NVQ after probation

Our Shift Patterns:

• 2 - 3 shifts per week on a full-time basis withsleep ins

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing emotional support during challenging times
• Fostering ambition in young people, assisting them in achieving their goals and maximising their potential
• Offering support in the educational pursuits of young individuals
• Maintaining accurate records and preparing written reports for planning meetings, reviews or any other meetings as directed by the line manager.
• Empowering young people to actively participate in decision-making about their lives and future
• Acting as an advocate in meetings where the young person is the subject of discussion
• Encouraging community engagement, attending off-site activities, and expanding their personal social networks
• Meeting the needs of children and young people, organising social activities and maintaining the home (laundry, cooking, cleaning shopping etc.)

Qualifications/Experience/Requirements:

• Minimum age requirement: 21 years old
• Full UK driving license preferable but not essential
• No prior experience necessary, only a commitment and passion for working with young people
• Must have availability for sleep-in shifts
• £30 additional payment per sleep-in shift
• Enhanced DBS covered
• Comprehensive induction and training provided
• 2-3 shifts per week for an excellent work/life balance
• Rota provided 4 weeks in advance

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to undergo a thorough background check.

Join our team and help shape brighter futures!