Qualified Residential Care Worker - Manningtree, United Kingdom - Alfred & Associates

Alfred & Associates
Alfred & Associates
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Manningtree, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Alfred & Associates is looking for caring, compassionate Residential Childcare Worker for an independent children's home in Manningtree, Essex, for children and young people aged between the ages of 9 and 17 who may have experienced social, emotional and mental health needs.

Location:
Manningtree, Essex


Salary:
Qualified rate £25,550 per annum (based on 40 hours per week) plus £60 sleep-in shift payment


Job Type:
permanent


About the role:


As a Care Worker at our clients new Children's home, you will be an integral part of the team who put the
children and
young people at the heart of everything we do.

You will provide a stimulating environment, conducive to the educational, personal and social development of the children as outlined on their education, health and care plans (EHCP).

You will be a Key Worker for a child or small groups of children offering appropriate levels of support, guidance and care and you will maintain regular contact with the parents/carers of our children and young people, under the direction of senior staff.


About you:


Why work for our client?
- a competitive salary and generous annual leave entitlement
- a comprehensive induction programme so you can hit the ground running
- continued professional development and training
- contributions to your pension
- a friendly, passionate team committed to getting the best outcomes for our young people


Benefits include:

- £500 refer-a-friend bonus

  • OFSTED bonuses
- life assurance
- cycle to work scheme and laptop loans
- discounts on cinema trips, electronics, fashion, home and garden, travel, groceries, gifts, utilities, health and fitness
- birthday treats
- long service and employee of the month awards
- employee assistance and counselling service, wellbeing support and advice
- optional flu jab


About our client:


Our clients new home, will be an independent
children's home in Manningtree,
Essex, for children and young people aged between the ages of 9 and 17 who may have experienced
social, emotional and mental health needs.

We will be providing a nurturing
home led by highly-experienced managers and with a strong, vibrant team, each of whom bring their own specialisms, including sport, mental health and outdoor activities.


We look for people to join our staff team who have the creativity and enthusiasm needed to deliver the best outcomes for the children and young people.


Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment.

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.

You will be expected to engage in annual safeguarding training, be familiar with key policies and ensure you know the steps to take should be made aware of a safeguarding or child protection concern.

You will remain vigilant and act swiftly if you have concerns about a child and be an appropriate role model for both children and colleagues at all times.


Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Salary:
£25,550.00 per year


Benefits:


  • Company pension
  • Free flu jabs
  • Life insurance
  • Referral programme

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Night shift

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus scheme
  • Loyalty bonus
  • Performance bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Manningtree, Essex: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

  • What is the name of the level 3 qualification that you have?
  • What is your postcode?
  • What is your Notice period?
  • Do you require sponsorship to work in the UK?

Experience:

Residential Childcare: 2 years (required)

  • Working with social, emotional and mental health needs: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (preferred)
  • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent (required)

Work authorisation:

  • United Kingdom (required)

Work Location:
In person


Reference ID:

KEDRCWMEIH
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