An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Residential Support Worker to join our expanding team at a 4-bed children's home (EBD).

Up to £29,540 per year 

Located in Burton on Trent

*** No International 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.

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.

What You Will Be Rewarded With:

• Up to £29,540 per annum including sleep-in allowance
• £500 salary increase upon completion of probation
• £500 salary increase per year for every 1 year of service after passing your probation
• Voucher scheme for bank holiday & festive period working
• Birthday rewards scheme including 8 hours off for your birthday
• £200 refer a friend scheme
• Enhanced overtime allowance of 1.5
• Employee recognition rewards scheme
• 224 hours holiday allowance, with the opportunity to increase your allowance throughout your career
• Genuine investment throughout every stage of your career, with the opportunity to complete relevant qualifications and professional development
• Flexible working opportunities including part-time
• Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities and amenities

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 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

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.

Shift Pattern: 2 days on shift, then 4 days off

Salary up to £29,540 per year (£12.24 - £12.76 per hour plus £60 per sleep)

*Salary dependant on qualifications and undertaking 7 sleep’s per month. Additional sleeps are paid at £60 per sleep.

Please note that you must be 21 years of age or above to apply due to children’s homes regulations. We are an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

We encourage you to apply If you are passionate about providing care and making a difference in the lives of young people. You are exactly what we are looking for!