Bank support worker for Agincare's not-for-profit children's residential service, which runs a home across two sites. The work centres on supporting children with complex emotional, behavioural and learning needs through daily routines, life skills and calm handling of challenging behaviour. Shifts mix days and nights, including sleep-ins, and flexibility is essential. A driving licence is needed because travel between both homes may be required, and no visa sponsorship is offered.
What the job involves
- Build trusting, positive relationships with children and young people
- Support daily routines, including school runs, mealtimes, play and bedtime
- Help children learn life skills and build their independence
- Work as part of a team to keep children safe, secure and cared for
- Support care plans, routines and risk assessments, with training
- Handle challenging behaviour calmly, using a therapeutic approach
- Take part in active days and activities
- Take part in the sleep-in rota
Qualifications
- NVQ Level 3 (or above) in Residential Childcare, or commitment to completing it
Skills & knowledge
- Genuine interest in supporting children with complex needs
- Patient, resilient and emotionally intelligent
- Able to meet the role's practical and emotional demands
- Positive attitude and a team-player mindset
Checks & eligibility
- Driving licence, as travel to both homes may be required
Other
- Able to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends and sleep-ins
What’s offered
- Overnight shift pay in addition to the hourly rate
- Company pension scheme
- Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000
- Paid enhanced DBS
- Blue Light Discount package
- Early On Demand Pay
- Career development pathways and training
- Staff recognition and appreciation schemes
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
