Salary: 23, 151.5 per annum pro rata (£13, 728 part time equivalent)
Location: Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire (WD3 9XL).
Contract/Hours: Permanent Part Time (22 hours per week working two 11 hours shifts starting at 10:00pm- 9:00am).
Benefits:
- A generous annual leave entitlement of 29 days PLUS bank holidays
- Up to 5 more days leave for continuous service plus the option to buy and sell leave.
- Gain professional qualifications with excellent training, and development opportunities.
- Flexible maternity, adoption, and paternity packages.
- A pension with a up to a 7% employer contribution rate. Plus, if you pay in to the pension you will receive life assurance cover.
- Staff discount portal with your favourite brands.
- Blue Light Card eligibility with 15,000 discounts from national retailers.
Vulnerable children in the UK need your help.
Wherever you work in the Action for Children family, you'll be helping to change the lives of the most vulnerable children in the UK.
Last year, we helped more than 670,000 children and families across the UK. From direct work in communities to national campaigning, we are focused on making sure every child has a safe and happy childhood, and the foundations they need to thrive.
Why Action for Children?
Working here is more than a job. Everyone in the Action for Children family is passionate about protecting and supporting children. It's the sense of purpose that drives us every single day. Because we know that, when we work together, we can make a huge difference to bring lasting improvements to vulnerable children's lives.
A bit about the role
Our Residential Support Workers create a safe and supportive environment for children and young people to grow and develop. You will ensure their wellbeing is prioritised by delivering personalised care, guidance and advocacy. It is key that they stay safe and healthy and can reach their full potential.
In return we will offer you amazing opportunities to progress within our organisation.
We offer an in-depth induction process and training.
Alongside this, we will enrol you in the qualifications which you need to work in the industry.
Regular supervision with your line manager, team meetings etc. will ensure you feel part of our team.
Once you have gained the relevant experience and qualifications you will be ready to progress to the next step in your career with us.
About the service
Short Breaks at West Hyde is a provision for children and young people with a wide variety of additional needs including learning difficulties, complex behaviour and complex health needs, between the ages of 5 and 18 years old. The primary aim is for those who visit to have fun, enjoy themselves and make friends in a safe environment where they feel comfortable and valued whilst we offer them the same opportunities that other children their age may have.
West Hyde has an Ofsted rating of 'Good' and is always striving for 'Outstanding'.
We are seeking enthusiastic, self-motivated individuals to join our supportive team! This is an excellent opportunity to support activities and sessions providing quality care for children in need.
How you'll help to create brighter futures
We are now seeking a Residential Support Worker to help us maintain the high standards of care and personal development our young people have come to expect. You will achieve this by:
- Getting involved in lots of fun activities both within the project and out in the community.
- Assisting with personal care and daily routines of the young people.
- Supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes.
- Safeguarding young people.
- Helping coach young people to develop essential life skills such as cooking, cleaning and money matters.
Let's talk about you.
Don't worry if you have never worked in a similar role before, it is your personality and personal values that matter. If you are passionate about creating brighter futures, this could be the perfect role for you.
Ideally you will:
- Understand how to engage with young people.
- Have a positive approach and 'can do' attitude.
- Ability to work on your own or as part of a team.
- Be ready to complete a level 3 in Residential Childcare within 2 years of commencing employment with us, full support will be provided.
Good to know.
Application Process
Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
Closing date: 10th May 2024
Interviews will be held on 22nd of May 2024
There are five sections to complete: Personal Details, CV, Supporting Statement & Information, Equality & Diversity, Submission & Declaration.
Diversity, equality and inclusion
At Action for Children, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic and disabled candidates as they are under-represented within Action for Children. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups in society and for Action for Children.
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