Job Description

Therapeutic Care Worker

Location: Cuddington

Salary:

(plus 31,704 sleep in)

Hours: Typically 2 days on 4 off

- Ave 40hrs per week over the course of a month.

Are you looking to make a genuine difference in the life of a child?

Do you want to work in a small friendly environment with a like-minded supportive team?

We support children and young people who are likely to have experienced trauma as well as difficulties in their upbringing and early life. Eden Children Services provides safe and caring homes that fosters an environment where young people are able to develop into their full potential.

We are currently looking for people who are enthusiastic, patient and has a passion to make a difference. The right person would have a big heart to provide care and therapeutic support for children and young people aged 8-17 years.

Key Duties

Providing exceptional high levels of care and support to young people throughout their day.

Communicating effectively and building strong relationships that will empower children and young peopl

Ensuring that the environment is safe, supportive and enjoyable.

Perform general day-to-day activities and tasks.

Helping develop their learning and social skills wherever possible.

Skills and Qualifications:

We are looking for highly motivated, hardworking child-centred people who want to make a genuine difference in the children and young people's lives that we work with. You will require excellent communication skills, both verbally and written. While the work is rewarding, it is also very challenging and therefore you must be able to work well under stress and in difficult situations. Previous experience would be highly beneficial, though it is not essential. What is more important to us is that you can demonstrate the right attitude and want to make a difference.

Successful candidates must be:

Willing to go the extra mile

Ability to drive (company cars when on shift)

Be prepared to complete a QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare (Funded by Eden Children Services)

Ability to guide and encourage supportive independence when possible

Excellent communication skills (in record keeping, with colleagues and young people)

Resilient under pressure and able to cope in stressful situations

Have a creative and supportive approach in order to meet the needs of the children and young people

Ability to work on a rota pattern including weekends and bank holidays

In return, Eden Children Services offers competitive rates of pay, a flexible approach to working, genuine possibilities to progress and develop a career in childcare through ongoing professional development and support.

Although the work can be challenging, you will work in a supportive and friendly team that is committed making really change in the children and young people's lives.

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check (paid for by Eden Children Services).

Eden Children Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 31,704.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Employee discount On-site parking Store discount
Schedule:

Holidays Overtime Weekend availability
Work Location: In person