Bank role supporting young people in Care In Mind's residential homes, for those aged 16 to 30 with self-harm, behavioural and emotional difficulties. The work centres on building independence through education, household tasks and life skills, alongside keeping online care records and giving medication. Shifts are as required on an ad hoc basis, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays. No prior care experience is needed, but the post requires full induction training before starting.
What the job involves
- Support young people to build independence through education, household tasks and general life skills
- Support young people using a therapeutic approach towards individual goals and transition to adult life
- Update online care records
- Complete medication administration
- Keep the home clean and tidy so it feels homely
- Work shifts including evenings, weekends and bank holidays as required
Experience
- Able to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays
- Previous experience of working in a team
- An understanding of the issues young people face
Skills & knowledge
- Good verbal communication and ability to listen to others
- Good written skills, writing basic reports and recording information accurately
- Basic IT skills, including online care systems, forms and email
- Microsoft Office
- Maintaining a professional working boundary
- Staying calm in emergencies and supporting others in difficult situations
Nice to have
- Formal qualifications in care
- Clean driving licence
What’s offered
- Full induction training before starting
- Ongoing support and mentoring from residential and clinical team
- Career development opportunities
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
