Childrens Residential Support Worker

Nightingale Hammerson; Towcester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Towcester seeks dedicated individuals to support young people in a residential care setting. The role involves providing emotional support, fostering ambition, and empowering young individuals. No prior experience is necessary, only a passion for helping youth. The position offers a competitive salary, excellent work-life balance with part-time rotational shifts, and a comprehensive training program.

Benefits

£30 additional payment per sleep-in shift

Enhanced DBS covered

Comprehensive induction and training provided

Excellent work/life balance with a rota provided 4 weeks in advance

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement: 21 years old.
• Full UK driving license preferable.
• No prior experience necessary, only a commitment and passion for working with young people.
• Attendance at a 2-week training program required.
• Must have availability for sleep-in shifts.

Responsibilities

• Providing emotional support during challenging times.
• Fostering ambition in young people to achieve their goals.
• Supporting educational pursuits of young individuals.
• Maintaining accurate records and reports for planning meetings.
• Empowering young people to participate in decision-making.
• Acting as an advocate in relevant meetings.
• Encouraging community engagement and activities.
• Meeting the needs of children and young people.

Job description

Overview

NO SPONSORSHIP / NO SPONSORSHIP SWAPS AVAIlIBLE

Salary: £12.69 - £13.31 per hour (£26,395 - £27,684.80 per annum). Sleep in payment: £30 per mandatory sleep in shift (an additional £3,120 based on 2 sleep ins per week). Overtime pay: an additional overtime pay of x1.25 your hourly rate. Hours: 40 hours per week on a rotational basis (rota provided 4 weeks in advance) – FULL TIME. Shift patterns: 2 – 3 shifts per week (Typical shift pattern is 2 on 4 off. 08:00am until 11:00pm – with sleep in) – FULL TIME.

The role is within Residential Care for young people. We are looking for people who are flexible, reliable, adaptable, able to read situations to help our young people make positive choices whilst proactively supporting colleagues in their development through leading by example.

Key responsibilities

• 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
• No prior experience necessary, only a commitment and passion for working with young people
• Attendance at a 2-week training program required
• Must have availability for sleep-in shifts

Benefits

• £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

If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of young people, we invite you to join our dedicated team. Apply now and embark on a fulfilling career journey with us!