This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in a brand new residential children’s home as our company grows.
Role Description:
Responsible for the full range of activities involved in managing a children’s home reflecting the social care common inspection framework and working in line with the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
Ensure that the safety and well-being of each child is at the heart of everyday practice in the home.
Lead in the provision of a safe and homely environment both individually and as part of a team to help young people achieve their potential by strengthening areas of weakness and developing areas of strength.
Safeguarding of our children and young people as well as safeguarding ourselves and each other is always of paramount importance in this role and is a key focus during our company induction process.
Requirements:
Successful applicants will only be given a formal offer after receipt of a satisfactory DBS and references are received.
Salary: £40,000 – £55,000 per year
The residential care team are the heart of the home and are responsible for providing support and care to the children & young people whilst they are in our home.
The role includes assisting the Home Manager with daily tasks such as; prioritising the well being and safeguarding of our children and young people, supporting with education, reporting & recording, taking part in activities, daily household tasks including cleaning & cooking, attending meetings with a range of professionals and continuous on-the-job training and development.
You will be required to work as part of the team and to set an example to others. We have shift patterns of 2 on 4 off or 1 on 2 off and you will be required to work either waking nights or sleeping nights.
Requirements:
Successful applicants will only be given a formal offer once satisfactory DBS and references are received.
Pay: £12.00-£14.00 per hour
Full time Hours: 37.5 per week
