Job Description

A resilient and committed Senior Children's Residential Support Worker (SRSW) is needed to join the team at Diverse Children's Home (DCH). The home will cater for three young people aged from 11-18.

What do we offer?

Loyalty Bonus!*
Competitive pay Full Induction Programme Full Core Training Package as well as access to training courses for further development and support to complete NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare. Management Supervision and guidance. Casual attire. Free meals. NEST Pension scheme. Paid annual leave

More on request

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Shift Pattern:

40 hours per week (Full-time), You will be required to work weekends and holidays Overtime (When needed/Short-staffed) The shift pattern is: AM - 7am to 3pm PM - 2pm - 7am (the next day) (Sleep in is from 11pm - 7am) Shift Lead - 10am to 10:30am (next day) (Sleep in is from 11pm - 7am)

What we are looking for

Diverse Children's Home are looking for someone who:

Is enthusiastic and want to make a difference. Have a passion for working with children and young people Has resilience, compassion, empathy. Can build trust and gain the confidence of the Children and Young people in our home. Has a drive to succeed and a willingness to learn and grow. Has excellent communication skills The ability to de-escalate situations. Support the young people in trying to understand themselves. Is team focused and dependable. An understanding of relevant legalisation and regulations pertaining to The Children Act 1989, The Childrens Home (England) Regulation 2015 & The 9 Quality Standards for children homes. To comprehend OHCH policies and practises and to possess the courage to seek clarification when they are confused.

What do you need?

A Full UK Drivers Licence NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care Children's, or the equivalent. Previous Residential Support Worker Experience or experience within the care field. The willingness to undertake the NVQ Level 3.

Duties include:

Support the young people in the household by encouraging education, fostering their independence, and taking care of their health and welfare. Uphold a secure atmosphere and environment for the young people Support challenging behaviour safely and sympathetically and by following DCH policies. Deter difficult behaviour while maintaining safety, compassion, and adherence to DCH principles. Develop and maintain good working relationships with the team, parents, social worker and other professionals that may be involved within the young people's lives Build and develop good positive relationships with the young people Encourage and involve the young people in activities and new experiences to enrich their lives Follow and write care plans and risk assessments, do essential job tasks, attend team meetings and meetings with other professionals, and adhere to the home's policies and procedures as ordered by the registered manager or deputy manager. Undertaking everyday parenting responsibilities, such as domestic chores, cooking, shopping, taking young people to appointments/meetings, supporting homework etc

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Support the young people in their personal development, gaining vital life skills for future independent living

We are a diverse and equal opportunity employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 32,000.00-34,800.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme Loyalty bonus Performance bonus
Benefits:

Casual dress Company car Company events Company pension Discounted or free food On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Night shift Overtime
Ability to commute/relocate:

Sittingbourne ME10: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:

NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare or the Equivalent (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person