At 3S Adolescent Care we provide quality, caring and safe homes for children and young people who have experienced neglect, abuse and trauma. We treat each and every child in a bespoke and friendly, family style with the quality support that meets the individual needs of each young person. We are looking for candidates with a passion for child care and an enthusiasm to progress their career with helping the company open more homes.
Main Purpose of the Job
To undertake direct work with children and young people as appropriate. To work in partnership with other professionals to achieve optimum outcomes for young people. To attend to their practical, physical, and emotional needs. To provide advice, assistance, and support to young people, safeguarding their welfare at all times.
As a Residential Care Worker (RCW), you will be required to:
Being aware of each child's care plan and their responsibilities for its implementation.
Attending childcare reviews and planning meetings to provide information and achieve best the outcomes for young people.
Undertaking direct work with young people and acting as an appropriate role model.
Engaging young people in activities.
Maintaining accurate written records in logs, continuation sheets and files both to record information and enable regular monitoring and evaluation to take place.
Effectively preparing and cooking meals for the young people.
Ensuring the housekeeping levels in the Home are of a high standard.
Working at all times to safeguard the young people we support.
Having a resilient approach, positive demeanour, attitude, and body language.
Being aware of the aims and objectives of the home and working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve them.
Attending team/ staff meetings and making a positive contribution to them.
Being willing to give and receive feedback on performance with colleagues and managers.
Providing informal practical and emotional support to colleagues experiencing difficulties.
Attending and contributing to regular supervision sessions in line with the Quality Standards.
Monitoring the conduct of colleagues and referring on any causes for concern (Whistleblowing).
Being familiar with all policies and procedures and adhering to them.
Experience & Qualifications
Level 3 in Residential Child Care. (Desired)
Minimum of 1 years' relevant experience.
(Required)
Hold a valid Driving licence.
(Required)
Minimum age requirement of 21 years of age.
(Required)
DBS on Update System. (Desired)
Benefits of working for 3S Adolescent Care
Overtime premium paid
Intensive induction and full training
Company Pension scheme
Free Meals when on shift
. Employee assistance programme
. Staff discounts
. Medical and Wellbeing programme
210 Hours annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
Access to over 200 industry leading courses.
DBS paid for
Level 2 & 3 Therapeutic Practitioner Training
Ongoing development - We are looking for talented individuals who want to progress as the company grows. We genuinely invest in your career and give you the opportunity to complete a fully funded Level 5 in Leadership and Managment so that you can move on to becoming a Deputy Manager or Registered Manager in one of our new homes. Selected individuals will be assigned a mentor to create a personal development programme.
. Wellbeing - Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need to feel good about what you do.
This role will include shift work, involving evenings, weekends, and sleeps.
Advertised salary includes an average of 2 sleeps per week paid at an allowance of 60.00 a sleep. The Rota typically involves working 2 days on then 4 off
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: 31,000.00-33,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
Bonus scheme
Benefits:
Casual dress
Company pension
Employee discount
Gym membership
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Referral programme
Store discount
Schedule:
12 hour shift
Day shift
Night shift
Application question(s):
You do NOT require a sponsor licence and can work full time
Experience:
Residential Child Care: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
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