Salary: £26,500 per annum pro rata
Location: Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire (WD3 9XL).
Contract/Hours: Permanent, Full-Time and Part Time positions available 24- 37 hours per week
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 will enrol you in the qualifications which you need to move towards a Registered Manager role.
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'.
You will build bonds with children and support them with day-to-day personal needs and promoting their independence. Working within a team you will help to maintain our fun and nurturing environment.
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'll instil your compassion and ambition in everything you do, always with our young people at the front of mind. You will support by:
- Provide lead case/care planning management, including assessing, reviewing and managing risk.
- Co-ordinating responsibilities within the service, with multi agency and producing family information, including analysis and written reports.
- Attendance at professional meetings including reviews, court work etc.
- Lead shifts with the primary aim of the provision of a high-quality service.
- Supervise and guide staff as required, in accordance with Action for Children policies and procedures.
- Lead by example with the application of Action for Children's policy procedures and professional practice standards and in line with registration requirements
Let's talk about you.
Are you resilient and have a positive approach to change and challenge? We are looking for someone with a 'can do' attitude to join our team. Ideally you will have:
- Are you resilient and have a positive approach to change and challenge? We are looking for someone with a 'can do' attitude to join our team. Ideally you will have:
- Experience of leading Shifts in a Care setting
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or recognised equivalent).
- Experience and training in safeguarding.
- An innovative and creative approach to problem solving.
- Experience of developing tailored care plans
- The ability to create a safe and fun environment for both staff and children in the home and in the community.
Good to know.
Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
Application Process
There are five sections to complete: Personal Details, CV, Supporting Statement & Information, Equality & Diversity, Submission & Declaration.
Talent Pool
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Interviews: Interviews will take place on 23rd of May 2024
Applications closes 10th May 2024.
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