Child Residental Worker

Position: Child Residential Worker
Location: Meldreth, Nr Royston, Cambridgeshire/Hertfordshire border
Salary: £11.72 - £12.78 per hour (£20,941.63 - £22,834.95 actual salary), based on experience and qualifications
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term time only

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs in a residential setting? If you're dedicated to providing care, guidance, and a nurturing environment, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Child Residential Worker.

Key Duties:

• Provide day-to-day care and support for children and young people in a residential home setting.
• Help individuals with PMLD, complex medical needs, and autism to achieve their personal goals.
• Promote a positive, inclusive environment that fosters respect and equality.
• Encourage independence while offering emotional and practical support.
• Engage in activities, outings, and routines to help develop social and life skills.
• Assist with personal care and participate in physical intervention when necessary.

Who We're Looking For:

We're looking for individuals who:

• Are caring and committed to supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Are patient, proactive, and dedicated to helping young people overcome challenges.
• Enjoy working in residential care and supporting social and emotional development.
• Are creative thinkers and flexible problem solvers.
• Are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of young people.
• Have excellent communication skills, particularly in supporting those with specific communication needs.
• Hold a Level 2 qualification in Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Are willing to work towards further qualifications, fully funded by us.

Benefits:

• Be part of a skilled, accredited team in a highly supportive environment.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression with fully funded training.
• Life assurance and enhanced pension scheme.
• Access to Perk Box for high street discounts.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Bike-to-work and car lease schemes.

How to Apply:
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Successful applicants will need to pass pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

We are an equal opportunities employer, fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.