Residential Childcare Worker in Leominster

Location: Leominster, Herefordshire.

Salary: £31,313.00 to £32,935.00 (including sleep ins).

Contract: Full time, permanent.

FamilyCare are a family-owned social care provider working therapeutically with children in care since 1988. We work with a determination to build something that truly makes a difference to children and young people.

About the role:

We are recruiting for a Residential Childcare Worker to contribute to the development of Family Care Group's residential service in a manner that maximises the children's and young people's life chances. To participate with other team members in planning and maintaining a living environment which is conducive to the well-being of service users living in the establishment. To ensure the Company's commitment to the safeguarding of children and young people is upheld and any areas of concern are reported immediately to the appropriate person.

Responsibilities:

• As instructed by Head of Residential to work when requested in assisting with all duties in connection with the safe day to day running of the home.
• Working with the staff team to implement Family Care Group policies and to ensure the highest quality of care is delivered to the children within our care.
• To work wherever requested in carrying out the above and to always comply with the published policies and procedures of the Family Care Group.
• Support care planning by attending meetings and maintaining accurate, timely records.
• Act as a Key Worker, fulfilling responsibilities within agreed deadlines.
• Attend supervision sessions, appraisals, and training programs.
• Represent the company professionally when required.
• Perform scheduled sleep-in duties.
• Provide high-quality care, considering each child's individual needs and background.
• Maintain effective communication within the home and with external agencies/families.
• Contribute to assessments and action records where appropriate.
• Keep all records and information confidential and compliant with policies and regulations.
• Follow health and safety guidelines, including COSHH standards.
• Notify supervisors of any absences and declare potential conflicts of interest.
• Carry out additional duties as directed by management.

What we need from you:

• Experience of working with children in a paid or voluntary capacity.
• NVQ 3 in Level 3 NVQ Health and Social Care (Children and Young People), Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce or equivalent - Desirable.
• Experience of working in a children's residential setting.
• Full driving licence.
• Evidence that shows you have a right to work in the United Kingdom.
• Ability to understand and work in partnership in the best interests of children.

If you feel you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role then apply today!

Family Care is committed to safeguarding and always promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects the post holder to share this commitment. In order to meet this responsibility, we follow Safer Recruitment practices to ensure we select the suitable candidates. All offers of employment are subject to safeguarding checks, both an Enhanced DBS check and comprehensive references will be carried out.

Please note that disclosure of a criminal background will not debar you from employment.