Shire are working in partnership with a provider of children's services and have a permanent opportunity for a Senior Residential Children’s Support Worker based in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire.
Our client is offering applicants a full-time position, 37.5 hours per week within a specialist service.
The hourly rate is £13.50 + £50.00 per sleep in.
On average each staff work 8-10 sleeps per month.
Shifts will be 7:30am - 10:30pm plus sleep.
1 day on, 2 day off rota.
Unfortunately NO sponsorship offered for this role.
If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with EBD.
As a Senior Residential Children’s Support Worker your responsibilities will include:
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To attend staff meetings and supervisions.
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To be accountable for any decision made in regard to the welfare of the young people and staff members during the shifts that you lead.
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To discuss with the Manager any concerns with staffing matters.
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To ensure that all staff members are kept up to date with changes to procedures.
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Providing support with reference to person centred support plans.
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Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm
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Respect the confidentiality of information received at all times.
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Continuous commit to professional development
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To be willing to cover other homes when required
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Liaise with parents and/or carers and other professionals
Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:
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Opportunity to progress to a Deputy Manager
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Comfortable sleeping-in facilities
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Committed to the continuous development of all staff
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Enrollment on to Level 5 Leadership and management.
Ideally applicants should have the following:
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Previous experience of working with young people
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Experience of successfully leading a small team
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Hold NVQ Diploma level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent
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Hold a Full UK drivers license
Not for you? If you are registered with Shire and recommend a friend, family member or colleague, you will be eligible for a cash bonus payment!
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