Job Description

Qualified Youth Development Support Workers

Children's Residential Homes - Full-Time

Locations:

NG13, NG32 & NG33 - Grantham, Lincolnshire

Salary:

31,370.98 per annum (14.36 per hour) - boost your salary with sleep-in's!

Enhanced overtime rates Sleep-ins paid at

60 per shift

Every other weekend off

Essential Requirements:

at least 12 months experienced working with children who have experienced trauma within a similar setting and completed Level 3 / 4 Diploma in Residential Child Care

Anchor Care and Education is seeking dedicated and compassionate

Qualified Youth Development Support Workers

to join our residential care teams. You will play a vital role in supporting vulnerable children and young people aged

6-18

who are unable to live with their families due to early childhood trauma, neglect, and other complex needs.

Our young people may present with emotional, behavioural, and learning difficulties, which can result in challenging behaviour. We are committed to providing a

safe, therapeutic, and nurturing home environment

where children feel happy, healthy, safe, and loved.

If you are passionate about making a lasting difference and supporting young people to build confidence, resilience, and essential life skills, we would love to hear from you.

To be considered for this role, you must have:

A minimum of

12 months' experience

working with children who have experienced trauma, within a similar setting A

Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Residential Child Care

A strong understanding of the challenges faced by vulnerable children and young people Experience managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour in a calm, patient, and positive manner Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people The ability to work effectively as part of a team while maintaining high standards of practice A

full UK driving licence

and access to a vehicle (our homes are not accessible via public transport)

Shift Patterns & Working Hours

Our rota system is designed to support a healthy work-life balance:

Week 1 (Long Week):

Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Week 2 (Short Week):

Wednesday, Thursday Shift times:

08:00 - 21:00

Average working week:

42 hours

Additional Pay

Sleep-in rate:

60 per shift

Enhanced overtime rates loyalty and attendance bonuses

What We Offer

When you join Anchor Care and Education, you will receive:

Comprehensive

two-week induction programme

Clear career progression opportunities, including promotion to

Deputy Manager

Enhanced overtime and generous sleep-in payments Loyalty and attendance bonuses Medicash Health Cash Plan Free

Blue Light Discount Card

Occupational sick pay scheme Casual dress code Refer-a-friend bonus Training and financial support to complete the

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management

Auto-enrolment pension scheme

DBS check and annual update fee covered

Free on-site parking Meals provided during shifts

How to Apply

If you're interested in joining our team:

Submit an enquiry and we will send you a job description and application form Once received, a team member will contact you to discuss the role
(Alternatively, you're welcome to discuss the role before completing an application)

Successful candidates will be invited to a face-to-face interview and an assessed shadow shift
Anchor Care and Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an

Enhanced DBS check

, references, and pre-employment checks.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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Anchor Care and Education Ltd

If you'd like to learn more about this opportunity, please email or call using the details below.

amyclifton@anchorcareandeducation.co.uk or traceyford@anchorcareandeducation.co.uk

07458918947

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 31,370.98 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme Store discount
Application question(s):

We do not offer sponsorship as not CQC registered
Experience:

working with children who have experienced trauma: 1 year (required)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person