We are looking for accountable, reliable Senior / Team Leaders we can offer progression within our team. This is a very rewarding position were you can make a real influence in the Children's Homes you will be working in.
Our rota operates on a shift basis of 2 days on followed by 4 days off
Qualifications
Inc Sleeping shifts @ £60 per night
Overview
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people? Join our dedicated team at Cornerways Homes as a Senior Care Worker/Team Leader. In this role, you will have the opportunity to take accountability and work proactively with your team, empowering children and young people to reach their full potential and promoting their overall welfare.
As a Senior/Team Leader, you will play a vital role in assisting the Manager/Deputy in leading and managing our Children's Home. By embracing the approach and ethos of our organisation, you will contribute to delivering outcomes and providing high-quality care that aligns with our Home’s statement of purpose. Your dedication and commitment will be instrumental in creating a nurturing and supportive environment for our Children.
Responsibilities
- To assist the Manager in providing a high quality service for children and young people requiring care.
- To lead by example and maintain good professional practices.
- To take responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of our children and young people, whilst on duty.
- To ensure all children have a plan, a risk assessment, behaviour management plan and any other child's plan and that work is completed with them as instructed by their plans.
- To lead shift plans and weekly plans, guiding and supporting staff on duty to implement the plan and when incidents occur.
What we offer
- Overtime: Paid at 1.25x rate
- Overtime (11 pm-7 am): Paid at 1.5x rate (Waking Night staff included)
- Ofsted Bonus: £100 (Good) or £150 (Outstanding), one-time payment upon final report publication
- Annual Pay Rises: 4%, given after 12 months of work starting in April (discretionary)
- Additional Birthday Annual Leave Day
- Christmas Day/New Year's Day: 2x rate for all shifts on 25th December and 1st January; 1.5x rate for Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve
- Loyalty Bonus:
- Staff gym when on shift
- Company pension
- Free meals on shift
- Child focused workplace
- Room to progress within the service
- Support from a Clinical Psychologist monthly
- Company funded training (including NVQ level 4,5 and 7)
- Working in small homes with high focus on outcomes
- Paid for pre-planned activities and holidays/meals
- Access to company vehicles on shift (if applicable)
- Above all, we provide highly supportive small teams where everyone’s views and ideas count.
Qualifications/Experience
At least two years' experience in working with children/young people
- Minimum one-year at a senior level within a children's home setting
- Experience of managing staff team
- Experience of working with children with challenging behaviours
- Have completed NVQ Level 4 in Residential Childcare or equivalent
- Excellent communication and written skills
- Have the ability to develop good working relations with the team, professionals and the young people
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Senior Care Workers/Team Leaders in Hitchin employer: Cornerways Homes LTD
Cornerways Homes is an exceptional employer, dedicated to providing a supportive and nurturing environment for both staff and the young people in our care. With a strong emphasis on professional development, we offer funded qualifications, external coaching, and clear pathways for progression, including opportunities to advance to Registered Manager. Our commitment to safeguarding and high-quality, trauma-informed care ensures that you will be part of a team that truly makes a difference in the lives of children and young people.
