Children’s Residential Support Worker – Bank

Therac are Children’s Homes; Preston; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in children's care is seeking dedicated Bank Support Workers to empower young individuals in their journey. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with children aged 7-18 in a residential setting, providing support and guidance while fostering their development. With flexible hours and competitive pay, you can balance your personal needs while making a significant impact. The company is committed to your growth, offering comprehensive training and the potential for career advancement. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Competitive rates of pay

Paid training

On site company vehicle

Private Pension

Qualifications

• Hold NVQ Level 3 in Residential Child Care or similar.
• 1+ years experience working with children in a residential setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist children in developing social and living skills.
• Participate in leisure and social activities with children.
• Administer medication and maintain daily records.

Skills

Communication Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Experience with Children

Flexibility

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Residential Child Care

Experience in Residential Setting

Tools

Driving License

Job description

Hold a full UK driving License?
Hold an NVQ Level 3 in Residential Child Care?
Have 1 years+ experience working with children age 7-18 in a residential setting?

About Us

Our aim is to provide a seamless service to the children/young people living in our homes, as such our bank staff are offered the same high-quality training as our full-time staff.

The company has ambitious expansion plans and we believe in “growing our own” skilled workforce so you might join as a bank worker but end up running your own home as a registered manager in a few years time!

Benefits for Bank Support Workers include:

• Flexible hours to suit your needs
• Competitive rates of pay
• Paid, industry leading, face to face and online training
• On site company vehicle
• Private Pension

Role

You will be a dynamic and supportive person with excellent communication skills, a tolerant, kind and understanding attitude, alongside a strong level of emotional intelligence.

As a Residential Support Worker, you would have experience of working in Children’s Residential Homes. Ideally, you should be qualified with an NVQ Level 3 in Residential Child Care (or similar), which is preferred but not essential for successful applicants.

Bank Support Workers need to hold a full driving licence and have access to transport.

Hours

Bank Support Workers will be offered a mixture of shifts, including weekend work, shifts on public holidays, and some sleep-in and waking night shifts which you are free to accept or decline depending on your availability.

If you’re successful, we’ll need you to have an enhanced DBS check. For all roles, we’ll also need a minimum of two references. Depending on the role you apply for, we might also need to request references from each employer where you have worked with young people or vulnerable adults.

You will complete our full training induction program, be committed to our values, and be flexible in your working week. We will give you some great opportunities to learn and grow within your career.

As part of our team, you will work hard to empower our young people, help them break through barriers, and experience a range of varied opportunities and activities while assisting permanent staff teams with duties.

Responsibilities

• Work independently, within the Policies, Procedures and Guidelines with or without supervision
• Carry out all duties, tasks and responsibilities in accordance with the Home’s Statement of Purpose/Principles of Care
• Participate in leisure, social, and hobby activities with the children/young people
• Escort, assist, encourage, and monitor programmes of reintegration back into mainstream social, educational, and leisure pursuits inside and outside of the Home.
• Assist and encourage children/young people to develop and maintain the necessary social and living skills to enjoy a fulfilling life
• Assist, support, and encourage children/young people in the preparation of meals and snacks, washing-up, and cleaning of the individual’s bedroom/private space.
• Complete relevant documentation and daily records for the children/young persons in relation to meeting the Home’s and legislative requirements
• Participate and contribute in staff meetings and staff training
• Administer medication, completing the appropriate records and following the appropriate policy, procedure, and guidelines.
• Actively oppose discriminatory practice in relation to the children/young people, colleagues, and visitors whether based on religion, gender, race, disability, cultural or sexual orientation
• Accompany children/young people on organized holidays and outings
• Help maintain and support each individual’s meaningful relationships, links outside the Home, especially with the family and local community.

All arranged interviews will be sent further information on the job role and will need to complete a job application which will be sent to you via email.

Job Type: Bank

Salary: £10.42 per hour

Work remotely: No

Job Type: Contract

Salary: £10.42 per hour

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Experience:

• Working with children: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)