Waking Night Children's Home Support Worker. Job in Romsey Education & Training Jobs

Hampshire County Council; Romsey; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children in Hampshire. This exciting role at a new Children's Home in Romsey offers the chance to work with children facing emotional and behavioral challenges, providing essential support within a nurturing environment. As a key player in a multi-agency team, you will help young people maintain family connections and transition to independence. With opportunities for on-the-job training and career progression, this role is perfect for passionate individuals eager to make a positive impact.

Benefits

On-the-job training

24-27 days of paid holiday

Employee Support Services

Local Government Pension Scheme

One-off payments for Level 3 Diploma

Continuous service payment

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people is essential.
• Ability to build positive relationships and support development.

Responsibilities

• Support children's goals and development as a positive role model.
• Work within a trauma-informed therapeutic framework.

Skills

Child-centered approach

Emotional support

Behavioral management

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce

Job description

Become a role model and make a difference in the lives of children in Hampshire!

Do you enjoy working with children and want to help improve their lives?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a new Children's Home in Romsey, Hampshire, applying for Ofsted registration. Opening early 2025, the home will feature three self-contained living areas and a communal space. Hockley House will be innovative in purpose and approach, meeting complex needs of children and young people with emotional, behavioural, and mental health challenges that do not meet hospital or secure accommodation criteria but require high-level support.

Children will benefit from a multi-agency intervention package involving Children's Services residential and education staff, along with co-located Health Services, all working within a trauma-informed therapeutic framework. The goal is to enable young people to maintain family contacts, reunite with their families, or transition to independence.

We seek caring, creative, and passionate individuals capable of developing positive outcomes through a child-centered approach, building warm, positive, and strong relationships with children. The role involves supporting children's goals and development as a positive role model.

Once the home opens, the role will include waking night shifts, weekends, and bank holidays. Prior to opening, you will work a combination of shifts and core hours for induction and preparation.

Please note: We cannot offer sponsorship; applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.

What We Can Offer You:

• On-the-job training and career progression opportunities
• 24-27 days of paid holiday (pro-rata), depending on service length
• Access to free, confidential Employee Support (including 24/7 counselling)
• Participation in the Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions
• A one-off £250 or £500 payment after three months if you already hold a relevant Level 3 Diploma
• A one-off £500 payment upon completing your Level 3 Diploma if not already held
• A one-off £3,000 payment after three years of continuous service (subject to return of service)