Night Residential Support Worker - High View Oast Reception Centre

TN United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for passionate Night Residential Support Workers to join their team in supporting unaccompanied asylum-seeking children. This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including training and development opportunities. You will play a crucial role in helping children integrate into the UK, fostering a nurturing environment while managing daily routines. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on career growth, this opportunity is perfect for those enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children.

Benefits

Full Induction

Training and Development Opportunities

Annual Leave of 27 Days

Relocation Packages up to £8,000

Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in residential settings.
• Strong communication skills and innovative approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage routines and set goals for young people.
• Provide support in residential settings for UAS children.

Skills

Communication Skills

Experience with Children

Innovative Thinking

Education

Relevant Social Work Qualification

Job description

Role Responsibility

We offer a competitive salary starting at £26,515, a staff benefits package, and excellent career development opportunities within an expanding service for UAS children. No two days are the same.

Kent County Council's Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking (UAS) Children's Service provides accommodation and support to newly arrived unaccompanied asylum-seeking children in Kent. The Service leads on social work practice with these children, recognized as Outstanding by Ofsted. It is developing as a national centre of excellence, and we are seeking passionate individuals to join our team.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Children's Home teams. The Reception and Safe Care Services are Kent County Council owned, Ofsted-regulated children's homes and supported accommodation, collectively called Reception Centres. These centres are run by a diverse team committed to protecting children and supporting their journey to more permanent homes across the UK.

We are seeking Night Residential Support Workers with experience working with children, who excel in direct work and providing support in residential settings. Successful candidates should have strong communication skills, be innovative, and passionate about their work. This role involves managing routines, setting goals for young people, maintaining timekeeping, and fostering a learning environment. It is crucial during the early stages of UAS children's integration into the UK.

If you are enthusiastic about working with adolescents, understand the UAS children's journey, and want to help achieve the best outcomes, please apply.

This role requires working across a rolling shift pattern, including weekends.

Our Offer

• Full induction
• Training and development opportunities
• Basic salary between £26,515 and £28,850
• Annual leave of 27 days (29 days after 5 years of service)
• Relocation packages up to £8,000
• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Opportunities for career development
• Chance to expand knowledge in niche areas of social work and working with children seeking asylum

This position is customer-facing, and under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016), the Council requires post holders to have sufficient spoken English/Welsh. Standards are detailed in the Job Description/Person Specification.

The role is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check and requires holding a Full UK Driving Licence. The Council is committed to reasonable adjustments for applicants unable to drive due to a disability.