Senior Residential Childcare Worker

SGS Care Ltd; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Care Ltd is seeking a Senior Residential Practitioner for a children's home in Huddersfield. This rewarding role involves working with children aged 7 to 17 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties, providing necessary care and support. There are opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the company.

Benefits

Excellent health and wellbeing benefits

Discounted gym memberships

Company pension scheme

Enhanced leave after 2 and 5 years

Qualifications

• Experience in the Residential Children's Services sector preferred.
• Ability to understand different UK dialects.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 7 to 17 with EBD and Mild Learning Difficulties.
• Participate in a nurturing and structured environment.

Skills

English fluency

Experience with children with challenging behaviour

Driving License

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Level 3 Children & Young People Workforce Diploma

Job description

Job Title:Senior Residential Practitioner - Children's Home

Where you will be based: Huddersfield

The Service Users:Children aged 7 to 17 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Mild Learning Difficulties

The Company:

• Size of company:Medium-sized
• Type:Private
• Number of children’s homes in the group:5+
• Other services they offer:Residential care, Educational support, Therapeutic services, Support Living
• Company Ofsted track record:Good across all homes and striving for Outstanding
• Growth Plans:Currently expanding their services to support more children and young people across The North East and North West
• Ethos / Values:Dedicated to providing the best possible outcomes for children, promoting a nurturing and supportive environment

What does Progression look like:Opportunities for career advancement within the company, including roles such as Deputy Manager and Registered Manager and Regional Managers

Working Week and Pay:

• Hours:Condensed shifts of two days on, four days off.
• Sleeps:Included in the condensed shift pattern
• Salary:Base £24,336 OR £32,448 + Approx 6 to 8 Sleeps per Month paid at £52 per sleep. Total take-home upto £37,440pa

Other benefits:

• Excellent health and wellbeing benefits
• Discounted gym memberships
• Auto-enrolment into the Company pension scheme
• Additional leave at 2 years and 5 years of service

Induction:An in-depth induction, welcome program, and fully supported development opportunities.

Training:Access to a comprehensive Training Academy for ongoing professional development.

What you will need/None-Negotiables:

• Qualifications:Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or Level 3 Children & Young People Workforce Diploma with social care pathway. (Level 3 Diploma in Adult social care may be considered if work experience with children can be demonstrated)
• Experience:Ideally experience in the Residential Children's Services sector or similar setting working with children with challenging behaviour.
• Driving Licence:Required
• Fluent in English:Speaking and also the ability to understand different UK dialects.
• Min Age:22/23

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our client's professional and dedicated team, they encourage you to apply today.

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