We are currently recruiting for a professional, family led company based in the Dover/Deal area for a permanent Residential Support Worker.

This organisation delivers high levels of quality care through a variety of services which promote the well-being and development of children placed with them. Through support from their highly dedicated, skilled staff team, their children will have the best opportunities to succeed and achieve positive outcomes in all areas of their life.

We are looking for someone with a good sense of humour, initiative, integrity, and honesty who can also offer an enthusiasm and commitment to the children

Main Duties
Will involve being part of a team offering a comprehensive residential service to children and young people, the aim being to ensure the physical, social and emotional care, and development of the young residents and the establishment.

The Specifics:
The role reports to the Registered Manager/Responsible Person.
Rate of Pay: £11.00 currently rising to £12.00 April 2024
Hours: Negotiable
Enhanced DBS
Holiday: 28 days paid holiday (full time)
NVQ Level 3 Diploma (QCF) qualified in Children Young People’s Workforce – or commitment to obtain this qualification
Previous experience of working with children and young people in the public care system desirable
Able to work shifts including weekends & evenings essential
An understanding of the needs of young children in residential care desirable
Knowledge of multi-agency working carried out within Children’s homes desirable
An understanding of the principals of safeguarding and child protection desirable
Promote the health, safety and wellbeing of children and young people essential

Other Requirements:
Full driving licence is desirable
All Mandatory and specialist training to be attended as directed
Staff meetings and clinical supervision groups to be attended
Supervision to be attended as directed

If you would like to be considered, please send your CV asap.

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