Salary: starting salary is 30000 rising to 34000 following completion of relevant skills experience and qualifications
We are a growing social care provider in the region and are searching for a residential support worker to join our team located in Darley Dale.
We offer a full induction package and excellent and bespoke training as well as a competitive salary starting at £24,500 + £5,000 sleep in allowance and opportunities for career progression.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a challenging and very rewarding environment, supporting and nurturing children and young people to grow and develop through trauma informed and relational practice. Previous experience in health and social care is preferred but not essential to be considered for a residential care worker. We require at least 1 year experience for our senior posts.
Any experience working directly with children aged 8-18 years old would be beneficial.
On offer is a fully funded, accredited training programme which offers you an excellent career progression pathway.
Qualification Level 3 diploma in Children & Young Peoples Residential is desirable, however you will be enrolled after 6 months of satisfactory employment if you are not qualified.
We are a small and caring company where our goal is to nurture and develop our staff.
Key Skills
Sensitivity, understanding and empathy
Ability to work well with others
Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Ability to work well under pressure
Thorough and attention to detail
Desire to help people
Willingness to undergo a free DBS checkGood written and spoken EnglishRight to work in the UKExperience in Health and Social Care (preferred)Enthusiasm to make a differenceFlexibility to work long days (10:00 - 22:00)Full driving license desirable or if you are in the latter stages of gaining your licenseWillingness to gain the NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
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