Residential Childcare Worker Bank

Job Description

Full UK manual driving licence is required.

About us

For over 25 years, we have been delivering high quality care to young people who need our support. Spark of Genius is part of the UK-wide CareTech family, committed to providing each child with opportunities to meet their individual needs.

In your new role

This role offers the opportunity to work with a dedicated team supporting young people with complex needs related to their life experiences and childhood adversity.

What will you do?

• Work positively, respectfully, and empowering with young people to promote good relationships and achievements.
• Collaborate with a team to address the social, emotional, educational, and mental health needs of young people.
• Encourage young people's participation in domestic tasks to develop self-care skills.
• Write review reports, conduct risk assessments, and contribute to care plans.
• Communicate with parents and partner agencies to ensure the best interests of the young people are upheld.

What we look for

• Understanding of developmental needs and milestones of young people.
• Experience working with children and families.
• Full UK manual driving licence.
• Ability to engage positively with young people, parents/carers, and professionals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to challenge appropriately, remain calm, and stay objective.
• HNC in Social Care, SVQ level 3 in Care, or equivalent qualification, or willingness to undertake these qualifications.

Benefits

• £1000 Recommend A Friend Bonus
• £500 Welcome Bonus
• Fully Paid induction programme
• Competitive pay rates
• Free PVG check
• Pension scheme

All Residential Childcare Workers must undergo a PVG check and achieve membership prior to starting. CareTech covers the cost. For England-based roles, an Enhanced DBS is also required, with costs covered by the employer.

Application data will be used solely for recruitment within Spark of Genius and CareTech.

*Conditions apply.