At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and empower children in a nurturing residential environment.
- Company: Join de novo care, a mission-driven organisation transforming young lives.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, 30 days holiday, ongoing training, and career progression.
- Other info: Flexible hours with opportunities for team-building and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in residential childcare and a full UK driving licence required.
£65 Per sleep in (Average 5 - 8 per month)
Full Time, Contract
Empowering Lives, Building Futures! At de novo care, we are driven by a mission to provide stability and cultivate growth for our remarkable children and young people. Our dedicated team enriches their lives, guiding them through challenges to build resilience and foster progress. With our proven care model, we have achieved significant milestones, such as reuniting children with their families and ensuring a 100% school attendance, among numerous other successes.
Why Us? Our recent ‘Good’ rating from Ofsted is a testament to our effective approaches. Join a team that genuinely cares and enriches the lives of those we support. Our residential children’s home offers a stable foundation built upon love, empathy, and resilience, ensuring that our children and young people feel safe, heard, valued, and empowered to create positive transformations in their lives.
Location: Our two homes are based on the outskirts of Wellington and Taunton, offering easy access from surrounding areas. Exeter, Tiverton, and Taunton are all within a straightforward 30–35 minute commute. Because of our locations, a valid driving licence and access to your own transport are essential.
Why You? Our children and young people have overcome tough challenges, and we’re here to support their growth. With our training, you’ll have the tools to create a safe, nurturing environment for their personal development and healing.
Working Hours & Responsibilities:
- We operate 24/7, so flexibility is key.
- Expect to work during bank holidays, weekends, and fulfill sleep-in duties as part of your role.
- Average of 40 hours per week
- Average of 8‑10 shifts per month
- 10:00 am shift start time
- Average of 5‑8 sleep-ins per month
- 1 long weekend off every 3rd week (Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday)
About You: To thrive in this role, you’ll need:
- Essential: Full UK Driving License (Manual)
- Essential: 12 months experience in Residential Childcare
- Strong written and IT skills
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Desirable: Level 3/4 NVQ or Diploma in Residential Childcare, or a commitment to work towards it (funded by de novo care)
What We Offer:
- Competitive rates of pay: £30,940 to £34,320 per annum (DOE and qualifications)
- Hourly rates: £13.00 to £13.50
- Average of 5‑8 sleep-ins per month, compensated at £65 per sleep‑in
- 30 days of holiday per year (including bank holidays)
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Funding for a Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if not already held)
- Quarterly team‑building days
- Long‑service incentives
- Career progression opportunities in line with our future growth
Safeguarding: At de novo care, we’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and enhanced DBS checks.
Full Time – Residential Childcare Worker employer: de novo Care
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