Childrens Residential Support Worker

Nightingale Hammerson; Walsall; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent children's care provider in Walsall is seeking a caring and compassionate Residential Support Worker. The role involves supporting the welfare and development of children in a home, working flexible shifts throughout the year. No prior experience is necessary, but candidates must be at least 21 years old. Salary ranges from £12.69 to £13.31 per hour with additional benefits including pension scheme enrollment and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Refer a friend payment scheme

Workplace pension after three months

Paid induction course

Paid Enhanced DBS

Qualifications

• No experience required.
• Must be 21 due to Ofsted regulations.
• Ability to demonstrate unconditional positive regard.

Responsibilities

• Work a flexible 365-day schedule, including holidays.
• Support welfare and development of residents in a children's home.

Skills

Compassion

Calmness in challenging situations

Listening skills

Job description

Overview

Children’s Residential - Complex Trauma Services

We are the Cambian group, one of the largest independent providers of care and education for children and young people. We believe that everybody has a personal best and we strive to show our young people their potential.

An exciting opportunity has arisen in our children’s homes, for Residential Support Workers! We are looking for a caring and compassionate person with the desire to help children and young people, by making a positive difference to their lives.

Responsibilities

• Work a 365 day a year schedule, including Christmas, New Year and holidays; shifts are flexible and may include sleep-ins.
• Based in a children’s home and support the welfare and development of residents as part of a team.

Qualifications

• No experience required
• You MUST be 21 due to Ofsted regulations
• Calm in challenging situations; able to offer advice and provide a listening ear; demonstrate unconditional positive regard

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: From £12.69 to £13.31 per hour
• Refer a friend payment scheme
• Enrolled on to a work place pension scheme after three months of employment
• Progression within the company: Support Worker – Team Leader – Deputy Manager
• Over time paid at x1.25
• Fully paid 10-day induction course
• Enhanced DBS, paid for by Cambian Group
• Enrolment on to NVQ level 3 Children and Young People’s Workforce after successful completion of six-month probationary period