Job Description

About The Role

Want to work in a children's home that makes a positive, lasting difference to children's lives? Are you an experienced Residential Worker or Youth Worker, or do you have no experience but are looking to build a career in residential care?

We need determined, caring and thoughtful people to be long-lasting, significant adults in a child's life, and this could the role for you.

We are looking for someone who

Is 22 years of age or above (to meet Ofsted regulations). Is caring, compassionate and able to build positive relationships with others. Has a valid manual driving licence. Has the ability to remain calm in challenging situations. Able to work a flexible shift pattern 3.5 Days on and 5.5 Days off

Previous experience is not essential for this role.

Although having some experience working with children or young people in a similar setting is advantageous. All new staff receive a thorough induction and support when you join any of our homes.

What will I do as a Residential Support Worker?

Ad Astra Children Homes are built around seeing each individual for themselves and accepting everyone as they are. You will allow our children to experience childhood, build self-esteem and accept themselves, helping their journey into adulthood.

You will help facilitate children's activities and appointments, supporting them in all aspects of their lives. You will ensure their health and wellbeing, safeguarding them at all times. You will meet a variety of children and young people, some of whom may require high levels of supervision and support. You will support the wider team with a range of domestic tasks such as cleaning, cooking, and food shopping. You will create timetables, manage paperwork and write reports.

Why work for Ad Astra Children Homes?

60 per additional sleep-in. 224 hours holiday, gradually increasing to 248 hours after 4 years working with us. Receive an additional day off for your birthday Receive 200 (2 years), 400 (5 years) and 600 (10 years) service awards, plus up to 300 special recognition award for outstanding practice. Company pension scheme.
The successful applicants will be appointed subject to references and enhanced DBS check.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying

Ad Astra Children homes is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Above all we thrive on our ethos "Potential Not Perfection", meaning we will consider all applications.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 26,000.00-27,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Company pension Employee discount Employee mentoring programme Sick pay
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person