Children Residential Support Worker

We have a number of exciting career opportunities for Children Residential Support Workers within our home in Wakefield. You will work as part of a team providing quality residential childcare services for children within a safe and secure environment.

For experienced Children Residential Support Workers who are qualified to Level 3 in Children may have an opportunity to enrol onto our Leadership Programme where you have a fantastic opportunity to become a Senior Children Residential Support Worker or a Team Leader.

Do you have no experience but are looking to build a career in Children Residential Care? Full training can be given to those applying without experience. However experience within the social care will be beneficial. The role will require you completing Level 3 Children & Young People Workforce as a mandatory requirement., * An NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent or working towards completion or willingness to complete.

• Experience working with children / Young people in a Residential Childcare setting, for at least 6 months, but not necessary.

• A genuine passion for care and to be motivated by contributing to the progression of others.

• Life skills

• Be caring, compassionate, understanding and show patience.

• Be a team player, flexible, honest and reliable.

• Have a good sense of humour and not take things personally.

• Be confident and resilient.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Knowledge of the Children’s Home Regulations and Ofsted Requirements

• Computer literacy.

• A driving licence.

• Casual dress

• Company pension

• Discounted or free food

• Free parking

• On-site parking

• Referral programme, What would I get in return?

• £12.00 PH – ( £23,400 PA)

• £150PM After 6 Months Probation – (£1,800PA)

• Opportunity to be enrolled onto a City & Guilds Level 5 Diploma In Management And Leadership In Health And Social Care For Children

• 30 days holiday (include Bank Holiday)

• Overtime paid at an enhanced rate

• Monthly Bonus and Incentives

• Continuous ongoing training and development with industry leading qualification

• Pension

• Staff meals provided

• Free DBS check

• Free on-Site parking

• Fully expensed off-site activities and trips to attend alongside our young people

• Genuine career advancement opportunities

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.00 per hour

Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme

• Performance bonus

• Yearly bonus

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