Childrens Residential Support Worker

Cambian Group; Uttlesford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS covered

Comprehensive induction and training

Job summary

Cambian Group is hiring a Residential Care Worker to support and guide young people in a dynamic, day-to-day environment. You will provide emotional support, assist with education goals, organize activities and help maintain the home, including laundry, cooking and cleaning.

No prior experience is required, but you must be at least 21, hold a full UK driving licence and be willing to complete a two-week training program.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement: 21 years old.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• No prior experience necessary, only a commitment and passion for working with young people.
• Attendance at a two-week training program is required.
• Sleep-in shifts with overtime pay (1.25x).
• Rota provided 4 weeks in advance.
• Enhanced DBS supported.

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.).

Skills

Empathy

Adaptability

Communication

Tools

Clearcare

Job description

The nature of the work is dynamic and diverse, with each day presenting new and unique tasks - no two days are the same! From organising activities to 1:1 support to attending off-site activities, there is no telling what each day will bring. As a Residential Care Worker, you'll need to be adaptable, flexible and a pro at reading situations to guide our young people towards making positive choices.,

• 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.)

New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role.

Are you a dedicated, compassionate person looking for an exciting new career within Residential Care? Are you a caring individual with a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people? Do you want to join a supportive team in a career you can grow in? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! ,

• Minimum age requirement: 21 years old
• Full UK driving licence
• No prior experience necessary, only a commitment and passion for working with young people
• Attendance at a two-week training program is required.
• Must have availability for sleep‑in shifts Plus, an additional overtime pay of 1.25x your hourly rate.
• Hours: 40 hours per week on a rotational basis (rota provided 4 weeks in advance)
• 2 - 3 shifts per week: 08:00am until 11:00pm - with sleep ins, £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.