Residential Care Worker

**Cornerways Homes - Unlocking Potential, Inspiring Progress.**

**Location**: Wixams, Houghton Conquest, Bedfordshire

**Join our dedicated, warm, and welcoming Children's Home in Wixams, Houghton Conquest Our lovely new home is the residence for two Children. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in a supportive and positive environment.**

**Job Title**: Residential Care Worker (EBD Residential Children's Home)

**Package**:

- Salary: £31,031 - £33,306 p.a. (Including average 7 Sleeping shifts). Base salary is £25,991 - £28,266 p/a and sleeping shifts are paid at £60 per night.
- Hours: 40 hrs per week + sleeping shifts + overtime offered
- Our rota operates so 11 days worked in a 31 day month
- Holidays (FTE): 31 days including Bank holidays
- Company pension

**Cornerways Homes Exclusive Benefits**:

- £60 per sleeping shift
- Employee Referral Fee: £250
- Ofsted Bonus: £100 (Good) or £150 (Outstanding), one-time payment upon final report publication
- Annual Pay Rises: 4%, given after 12 months of work starting in April (discretionary)
- Additional Birthday Annual Leave Day
- Christmas Day/New Year's Day: 2x rate for all shifts on 25th December and 1st January; 1.5x rate for Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve
- Overtime: Paid at 1.25x rate
- Overtime (11 pm-7 am): Paid at 1.5x rate (Waking Night staff included)
- Loyalty Bonus:

- Year 1 (12 months): £250 + 1 extra annual leave day (8 hours)
- Year 2 (12 months): £350 + 1 extra annual leave day (8 hours)
- Year 3 (12 months): £450 + 1 extra annual leave day (8 hours)
- Year 4 (12 months): £550 + 1 extra annual leave day (8 hours)
- Year 5: £600
- Year 10: £1,250

**Service Description**:
Small EBD Residential Children’s Home for children 11-17 years.

**Job Purpose**:
As a Residential Care Worker, you will work in a small, nurturing GOOD Ofsted-rated EBD Residential Children’s Home, providing care and support to children aged 11 to 17 years. You will be an integral part of creating a safe and homely environment where our residents can thrive. By fostering positive relationships and utilising your proactive approach, you will contribute to the well-being and growth of each individual in our care.

**Person Specification**:

- Minimum Qualifications and Education: GCSE English or equivalent (Essential), Excellent written English, IT skills
- NVQ Level 4 or willingness to work towards this within 6 months of commencing employment
- Experience: Experience working within a childcare setting, experience with traumatised children and those with emotional and behavioural difficulties.

**Other Staff Benefits**:

- Competitive salary
- Company pension and attractive annual leave entitlement
- Free food and beverages when on shift
- Supportive work environment
- Store discounts and gym discounts
- Child-focused workplace
- Progression and development opportunities
- Extensive free training, including specialised training
- Monthly support from a clinical psychologist
- Company-funded training, including NVQ qualifications
- Working in small homes with a high focus on outcomes
- Paid-for pre-planned activities and holidays/meals

At Cornerways Homes, safeguarding and protecting children and young people is our top priority. Rigorous staff selection & DBS checks ensure a safe, nurturing environment.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £31,031.00-£33,306.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount

Schedule:

- Flexitime
- Holidays
- Overtime
- Weekend availability

Application question(s):

- Do you have a valid DBS and are you on the DBS update system?
- Do you have Children's Residential Care Experience?
- What is your current notice period (when are you available from)?

Licence/Certification:

- Level 3/4 NVQ in Residential Childcare (preferred)
- Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: RCW