Senior Children's Residential Care Worker

Senior Childrens Residential Care Worker

Job Title: Senior Childrens Residential Care Worker
Location: Stoke-on-Trent & Newcastle-under-Lyme
Salary:per annum (including sleep-ins)
Working Hours: 173 hours per calendar month (equivalent to 40 hours per week)
Hourly Rate: Included within salary
Number of Sleeps Required: Yes (included in rota)
Pay Per Sleep: Included within salary
Service: Childrens Home
Service Users: YPs with EBD trauma challenging behaviour
Qualifications Required: NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People (or equivalent desirable)
Experience in Years Required: Experience within childrens residential care essential
Employment Type: Full-time Permanent

Sponsorship is not available

The Home:

• Number of Beds: Small residential setting

• Location: Staffordshire (Stoke-on-Trent & Newcastle-under-Lyme)

• Type of YPs: EBD trauma neglect challenging behaviour

• Staff Ratio: Strong supportive staffing structure

Who we are looking for

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Childrens Residential Care Worker who is ready to take the next step in their career. Someone who:

• Is committed to delivering high-quality child-centred care

• Understands EBD and complex/challenging behaviours

• Holds a Full UK Driving Licence

• Leads by example and supports team development

• Demonstrates strong safeguarding values and professional ethics

Who you will be working for

• A small family-owned residential care provider

• Established for over 13 years

• Operates 4 small childrens homes across Staffordshire

• Values centred around family care and children

• Children are at the heart of everything they do

Why this Home & Company

• Progression Opportunities: Clear pathways to grow and develop

• Qualification Opportunities: Support with further training

• Benefits Include:

  • Competitive salary

  • Pension scheme

  • Company therapist

  • Healthcare plans (dental optical virtual GP diagnostics & scans)

  • Employee wellbeing & counselling services

  • Gym retail leisure & entertainment discounts

  • Blue Light Card

• Ethos & Culture: Supportive inspirational hardworking and values-led

Important Please Read Before Applying

Do not apply for this role if any of the following apply to you:

• You do not hold a Full UK Driving Licence and do not have access to a car

• You only hold a Level 3 in Health & Social Care (this is not deemed equivalent)

• You only have Healthcare NHS CQC or Nursery Practitioner experience

• You require sponsorship no sponsorship available

Individuals with only CQC experience and who have not worked in an Ofsted-registered Childrens Home will not be considered.

Safer Recruitment

The recruitment process includes robust vetting procedures. Successful applicants will be subject to references and enhanced DBS checks and must adhere to a strict professional code of conduct at all times.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join a professional and dedicated team we encourage you to apply today

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