Job Description

Bayleaf Care

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Waking night residential support worker

Due to us increasing the number of young people in this home, we are looking for 3 permanent, waking night residential support workers for a 4-bedded children's home in Tattenhill that looks after young people with learning disabilities and physical disabilities. The salary is 17 per hour with the option of overtime in the other children's homes.

The home is 4 miles from Burton, 11 miles from Uttoxeter, 12 miles from Lichfield and 15 miles from Tamworth.

About the home:

Postern Stables is our newest children's home, nestled in the peaceful village of Tatenhill, East Staffordshire. Set in a picturesque valley, bordered by two hills that descend from the eastern edge of the Needwood Forest, this spacious and fully renovated 4-bedded home offers a serene and supportive environment for young people to thrive. Located just 4 miles west-southwest of Burton upon Trent, Postern Stables provides a peaceful retreat for those who call it home.

Designed with inclusivity and comfort in mind, the home features a large open-plan kitchen and two spacious lounges, offering ample room for both communal living and quiet relaxation. A standout feature is the downstairs bedroom with a wet room, designed to cater for a young person with physical disabilities. Accessible from the car park via a ramp, this room ensures ease of access, allowing all young people to feel welcome and comfortable. Additionally, there is a dedicated sensory room, providing a calm and stimulating space to support the emotional and developmental needs of the young people in our care.

The kitchen at Postern Stables opens directly to 2.2 acres of beautiful land, providing plenty of space for outdoor activities and relaxation. Among the many outdoor features, our jacuzzi and hydro pool offer an opportunity for therapeutic relaxation, further enhancing the home's focus on well-being.

Another exciting and unique aspect of Postern Stables is its very own on-site school, especially adapted for the young people we care for. This allows us to offer tailored educational support in a familiar and supportive environment, promoting both academic success and personal growth.

Postern Stables is a place where young people can feel secure, supported, and empowered, with the space and facilities to meet their individual needs. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and would like to join our dedicated team, we invite you to be a part of this exceptional home.

About Bayleaf Care

Bayleaf Care provides exceptional care for children and young people across the UK, especially those who have faced trauma. We use the PACE model, which creates a safe, caring environment to help children feel secure and build positive relationships.

Our approach starts with the key worker, who forms a strong, trusting bond with the child. This relationship is essential for the child's development and continues throughout their care.

We offer personalized care, education, and treatment led by a team of trained professionals, helping children manage their emotions and behaviours in a safe, supportive environment.

There are currently 2 children's homes open, with another 2 homes due to open by late spring and a further 2 homes opening by Autumn.

Each children's home has their own permanent on-site therapist and a pool car.

Job overview:

We provide 24-hour care and support to the young people in our care. The main duties are to assist in the provision of a safe and homely environment during the night time, both individually and as part of a team. To help and support during the night to build relationships and provide a sense of stability for children residing within the home.

A caring and supportive attitude is essential for this role, and we welcome people that have experience with either adults or children with disabilities with associated behaviours that challenge.

The salary is 17 per hour.

This a full-time role 160 hours per month.

Total salary is 32,640 plus the opportunity to do overtime at any of the 4 other children's homes.

The shift pattern is 3 days on 3 days off and shifts start at 10.00pm and finish 8am.

There is a comprehensive induction, ongoing training, fantastic career prospects as the company grows and you will be enrolled on the Level 3 diploma for residential childcare.

Please submit a CV and I will contact you with more details about the role and company.

For more information about Bayleaf Care and to look at a couple of our homes, please visit us at https://bayleafcare.co.uk/

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Physical Setting:

Residential home
Shift:

10 hour shift Night shift
Experience:

working with children or adults with disabilities: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person

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