Support Worker

6 months ago

Derby, United Kingdom Midlands Care Services Ltd Full time

**Children's Residential Home - Support Worker Opportunity**
- No Sponsorship available **_

Are you passionate and enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? Do you have experience within Residential Child Care? and ready to grow personally in your career, then we may have the perfect opportunity for you at Midlands Care Services.

**Salary starting from £22,500 up to £25,500 per year for full time role based on experience, any sleep in's are paid at an additional £60 per sleep**

Midlands Care Services are on the lookout for a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team within a EBD Children’s Residential Home in the Burton on Trent area.

**About us**:
Midlands Care Services are a specialist provider of Children's Residential Care. As an organisation we are committed to improving the lives of young people that come into our care so they go on and achieve positive outcomes in the future.

We provide care for children and young people in modern homes to ensure there is a comfortable environment in which to thrive. Our mission is to improve opportunities for those in our care so that they can progress ahead and live fulfilled and enriched lives.

We actively encourage the development of our team in terms of facilitating the growth of individuals to help reach and exceed their potential.

**Full Job Description**

Midlands Care Services are keen to hear from Residential Workers who are looking for an opportunity that will allow them to help make a real difference to children we support. This is supported by a variety of training opportunities including safeguarding, communication, trauma and attachment training and the ability to complete the OFSTED requirements of gaining a Level 4 Children, Young people & Families Practitioner Diploma. We specialise in supporting young people with emotional behaviour difficulties and associated challenging behaviours within the age ranges of 5-18 years old.

The overall aims are to support young people using a person-centred approach overcome their past life experiences, develop resilience and independence and flourish to lead a fulfilling life.

We are looking for positive role models who are fun loving, committed & passionate people who are committed to developing their own professional development that can offer a nurturing, non-judgemental, empathetic approach whilst respecting children’s views, wishes & feelings.

**Benefits**:

- On-going career progression & development
- Funded NVQ training

.2 week induction training program
- Tax free voucher scheme for bank holiday & festive period working
- Birthday rewards scheme
- Employee recognition rewards scheme
- 28 Days annual leave per year
- Funded DBS and Update service
- Additional annual leave increments after 1 years’ service

**Receive support to develop your career**:
We offer continuous training, and opportunities for progression. Your growth matters to us, and we're committed to nurturing and helping you achieve your professional goals.

**Supportive Environment**:
Be part of a team that values your individuality and encourages you to bring your passions to the forefront.

We are proud to have received an Outstanding in Leadership and Management with amazing feedback including "**The remarkable strong leadership of the home and quality of care create an environment where staff are proud to work and children are proud to live."**

**Career Growth**:
We invest in your professional development, providing opportunities for training and advancement within the organisation.

**As a Residential Care Practitioner your responsibilities will include**:

- Working and supporting children and young people to create positive outcomes and promote independence.
- Direct practical interactions with children and young people including play, activities, cooking, personal care, engaging with the wider community, supporting educational and health needs.
- General house duties and maintenance
- Completing health and safety checks
- Budgeting
- Keyworking
- Advocacy
- Behaviour management
- Working to a high standard in line with OFSTED inspection framework requirements, Children’s Homes Regulations and the Quality Care Standards.
- Engage in Planning and implementation of care plans.
- Adhering to individual risk assessments.
- Working in partnership with other agencies.
- Report writing and attending reviews as required.

**Our successful Residential Support Worker will need to possess the following skills and attributes**:

- Previous experience in care or support roles is preferred
- Full UK Manual Driving Licence
- Familiarity with residential care principles is beneficial
- Level 3 or 4 in Residential Child Care (Children and Young Peoples Workforce) or equivalent, or a willingness to work towards this
- Ability to work shifts and sleep in the home overnight
- Must have valid Right To Work in the UK

This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 19

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