Reception Centre Worker - Appledore Reception Centre

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to supporting unaccompanied asylum-seeking children in their transition to permanent homes. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same. As a Reception Centre Worker, you will play a vital role in managing routines, setting goals, and facilitating learning for young people. With excellent career development opportunities, a competitive salary, and a supportive team, this position is perfect for passionate individuals eager to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children. Embrace this chance to grow your skills and contribute to a national center of excellence in social work.

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.
• Facilitate learning and support UAS children.

Skills

Communication Skills

Innovative Thinking

Experience with Children

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. Recognized by Ofsted as Outstanding, the Service leads on social work practice with these children and is developing as a centre of excellence nationally. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Service's Reception Centre team. The Reception and Safe Care Services are children's homes and supported accommodations run by Kent County Council, collectively called Reception Centres. These centres are committed to protecting children and supporting their transition to more permanent homes across the UK.

We are looking for Reception Centre Workers with experience working with children who thrive in direct work and support roles in residential settings. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, be innovative, and passionate about their work. This role involves managing routines, setting goals for young people, facilitating learning, and supporting UAS children during their early stages in the UK.

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

This position requires working across a rolling shift pattern, with weekly alternating shifts and regular weekend cover.

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
• Career development opportunities
• Opportunities to expand knowledge in niche areas of social work and working with children seeking asylum

This role is considered customer-facing under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). The Council requires applicants to have sufficient spoken English/Welsh for effective job performance, as specified in the Job Description/Person Specification.

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

A Full UK Driving Licence is required. The Council will consider applications from individuals unable to drive due to a disability, with reasonable adjustments.