Senior Children Residential Care Worker

Job Title: Senior Therapeutic Carer (Driving Essential)
Location: Huddersfield
Salary: 35120 starting salary
Working Hours: Fulltime (165 hours per month)
Shift Pattern: 48hour shifts (occasionally 24 hours) inclusive of sleepins with rest days in between
Service: Therapeutic Childrens Home
Service Users: Children aged 617 with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) trauma and neglect backgrounds
Qualifications Required: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
Experience Required: Minimum of 1 year in residential childcare
Employment Type: Permanent

Driving License: Required and must be willing to obtain business insurance.

Who is being sought

The role of Senior Therapeutic Carer requires a compassionate and committed individual with experience in residential childcare. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing onetoone therapeutic care to children aged 617 many of whom have experienced trauma and neglect. The candidate must hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) and have at least one years experience in the sector.

This role demands flexibility as the carer will be part of the oncall rota and will be required to undertake oncall duties. The carer will support children in social educational and leisure activities helping them experience the joys of childhood including family visits holidays and trips.

About the organisation

This organisation specialises in providing therapeutic residential care for children aged 617 who have suffered from trauma and neglect. It is committed to delivering highquality care and ensuring that the childrens needs are met in a safe nurturing environment. The employer provides a comprehensive onboarding and training plan in areas such as safeguarding clinical understanding health & wellbeing and behaviour management.

Progression Opportunity: After a successful probation period candidates are eligible to enrol in management development programmes
Qualification Opportunity: Fully funded mandatory Level 4 Diploma for Children and Young Peoples Workforce
Track Record with Ofsted: Strong history of good and outstanding Ofsted ratings
Other Services: Additional services if applicable

Why choose this role

This role offers the opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of children who have experienced trauma. The organisation offers a range of benefits including 33 days of holiday a wellness programme expert clinical training and opportunities for progression. Carers are provided with ongoing support regular supervision and the chance to increase earnings through overtime.

The care homes are designed to provide comfort and security fostering a positive environment where children can express themselves and flourish. This is an opportunity to be part of a team committed to enriching childrens lives and supporting their recovery.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and meet the qualifications for this role you are encouraged to apply.

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