Job Description

Role:

Residential Childcare Support Worker

Location:

Southampton and Eastleigh

Salary:

From 32,846 per annum, inclusive of enhancements

Hours:

37 hours per week, plus 10 sleep-in shifts per month and overtime opportunities

Roster:

3 week rolling roster to include weekends and Bank holidays

Why work with us?

Shared Ownership

: You're not just joining a company - you're becoming part of an Employee-Owned Trust that we all benefit from

Competitive Pay

: Great opportunity to earn, with potential to increase your salary upon successful probation and achievement of NVQ Level 4 in Children, Young People and Families Practitioner qualification (or equivalent), PLUS sleep-in and over-time rates

Employee Benefits

: 5.6 weeks holiday rising with service; 500 joining bonus (T&Cs apply); Blue Light Card; free DBS; referral bonuses; long service awards to a maximum of 2000; and company events

Professional Development

: Comprehensive and fully paid induction; relevant, professional qualifications paid for by us; continuous skills and knowledge training; plus opportunities for career advancement in the childcare industry with an expanding company

About the Role

As a Residential Childcare Support Worker, you will perform a vital role in our children's lives, working as part of a team, and being a responsible, trusted 'parent figure' for looked-after children.

Your responsibilities include:

Building strong, positive relationships with children who have experienced traumatic and difficult backgrounds Supporting their educational and emotional development, helping them to heal and thrive Plan and co-ordinate engaging, fun activities, encouraging the children's leisure interests Ensure a structured, safe, comfortable home environment Follow regulatory processes using IT, good administration and record keeping

About you

To succeed as a Residential Childcare Support Worker, we're looking for candidates who are:

Dedicated to child safeguarding Empathetic and effective communicators, able to form trusted, meaningful relationships with children Passionate about making a positive difference in children's welfare Resilient and patient, capable of handling challenging behaviours Proactive and creative in activity planning Capable of practical 'life skills' including cooking, cleaning and good home management Detail-oriented and competent users of IT, to ensure that every child's needs are met and documented in line with regulatory expectations and standards

Essential must haves

A valid UK driving licence and a willingness to travel as part of the role, including areas of Southampton, Eastleigh and Head Office in Ringwood.

Willingness to pursue relevant qualifications such as NVQ Level 4 in Children, Young People & Families Practitioner.

More About Beaufort Care Group

For over 20 years, Beaufort Care Group has been a leading provider of residential childcare services for looked-after children aged 6-18. Specialising in emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD), our established and reputable children's homes all have a cosy 'family feel' and are dedicated to offering high-quality, therapeutic childcare, ensuring each child's individual needs are met in a nurturing and supportive environment.

Our focus remains clear:

Delivering

quality care

Supporting

staff development

Maintaining

high occupancy standards

Driving

growth and innovation

Commitment to Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities

Beaufort Care Group is fully committed to safeguarding children and promoting equal opportunities. Candidates will be subject to a thorough application and recruitment process, with successful applicants undergoing robust background checks including Police and Safeguarding enquiries to ensure the safety and well-being of the children in our care.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 32,846.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Please note, we cannot provide Certificates of Sponsorship (skilled worker VISA's). If you require this, please do not continue with your application. Thank you. Are you looking for part time or full time employment? For the purpose of meeting Children's Home Regulations and for driving company vehicles, are you 21 or older?
Experience:

Residential Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People (preferred) UK driving licence and own transport (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person