Residential Care Worker

Charles Hunter Associates; Herne Bay; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider specializing in support for children with learning disabilities is seeking a Residential Worker in Herne Bay. The role includes participating in a fully-funded training program and offers a clear path for career progression. Candidates will provide essential care and support while benefiting from ongoing training and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Paid DBS check

Ongoing progression opportunities

Pension benefits

Maternity and paternity benefits

Industry-leading training program

Qualifications

• Experience as a Support Worker in a similar setting desirable.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Helping children with their emotional, physical, and developmental needs.
• Being an appropriate role model and encouraging positive life experiences.
• Committing to safeguarding and promoting wellbeing.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Teamwork

Job description

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If you have answered yes to any of the above, then please get in touch as we have an opportunity available with a leading and outstanding provider that specialises in care for children with Learning disabilities, SEN, and additional needs.

On offer is a fully funded, industry-accredited training programme which provides excellent specialist training in managing behaviours and the opportunity to complete a Diploma Level 3 in Residential Childcare. This role offers clear progression pathways from Support Worker into managerial roles.

This is a role where you will work with one of the most reputable care providers in the area and will benefit from ongoing training and support to ensure your success in the role.

Please note, this role involves working weekends, sleepovers, mornings, and evenings, so flexibility is required.

Benefits for the Residential Worker include:

• Starting salary of £28,600 (including sleep-ins)
• Full-time contract
• Paid DBS check
• Industry-leading training program - up to Level 5 Leadership and Management
• Ongoing progression opportunities
• Pension, maternity, paternity benefits, and more!

Responsibilities of the Residential Worker:

• Experience working as a Support Worker in a similar setting (including SEN or PRU schools, youth work, youth offending, children’s social care - desirable as full training is provided)
• Helping children with their emotional, physical, and developmental needs
• Being an appropriate role model
• Demonstrating a positive attitude, empathy, and resilience
• Encouraging positive life experiences for children
• Building rapport effectively
• Working well in a team environment
• Communicating positively and openly
• Being committed to safeguarding and promoting wellbeing

If you are seeking your next exciting and rewarding career, please apply to Laura. I can answer any questions and fast-track your application to my client.