Residential Childcare Worker - Ashington, United Kingdom - CMS Recruitment Limited

CMS Recruitment Limited
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Ashington, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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There is a sleep-in allowance of £60.00 per sleep.


Role Requirements

  • Level 3 qualification in Children and Young People / Workforce Diploma (or equivalent) or working towards.
  • You must be a driver, as there are duties that include; transporting the Children to and from school, daily activities such as football and to family contact. (This list is not exhaustive)
  • Residential experience is desirable but we are also interested in transferrable skills and life experience.
  • Understanding of child development, parenting, the needs of children and a commitment to supporting young people is essential.
  • To work with and maintain a high level of supervision with all young people
  • To communicate with other relevant bodies and agencies i.e. education establishments, social workers etc. on a regular basis.
  • To be aware of and to understand the needs of Looked After Children.
  • To understand the importance of maintaining a therapeutic and caring ethos.

Role Responsibilities

  • To provide day to day care for the young people in our care.
  • To keep young people safe and be committed to safeguarding
  • To act as a parental figure and / or positive adult role model to help demonstrate healthy adult functioning.
  • To be involved in all aspects of daily care and support for the young people
  • To bring ideas and partake in activities, crafts, clubs, sports, hobbies and encourage the young people to try new things.
  • To be involved in the domestic routines associated with running a busy home laundry, food preparation, shopping etc.
  • To assist the management team in providing the highest possible standards of care, guidance, support and protection for the young people and cooperate fully with colleagues in achieving these objectives whilst remembering the needs of the child are paramount.
  • To be included on a work rota that provides staff cover on a shift basis.
  • To carry out any of the practical tasks outlined on individual job lists.
  • Record keeping and administration as required.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Salary:
£27,000.00-£28,000.00 per year


Benefits:


  • Onsite parking

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Night shift

Experience:

Residential Childcare: 1 year (required)
Support Environment: 1 year (required)


Licence/Certification:

  • NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care (required)

Work Location:
In person
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