Package Description
Job Title: Children's Residential Support Worker
Job Location: Usk
Hours: Full-time (39 hours) working long days and sleeps
Salary: From £13.45 - £14.15 doe per hour PLUS additional sleep in rate £62.64 each
*Driving Licence Required*
Every Child's journey starts with someone like YOU!
We are looking for a children's support worker to become part of our family home, caring for young people who have sometimes complex emotional difficulties. You would be the person to give encouragement and praise when needed, to be patient and understanding during times of crisis and to inspire them to grow and develop.
The role can be emotionally challenging and you could be handling difficult situations BUT you could be the person to change a life for the better.
As well as competitive pay and in-house professional support we provide and fully fund the necessary training to achieve valuable externally accredited qualifications.
Why join us:
Annual leave - 5.6 weeks holiday per year
DBS Check paid – we cover the cost of your DBS check and further renewals
Wellbeing Support, Advice and Guidance – via our Employee Assistance Program though an online portal or over the telephone
NEST Pension Scheme
Life Assurance - 1x salary in the event of your death while employed
Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
Qualifications – we can support you to obtain a range of QCF’s opening up further career opportunities
Employee Assistance programme - wellbeing support and guidance
BHSF Health Cash plan - to manage everyday healthcare expenses like dental check ups, eye tests, glasses and therapy fees.
Staff Referral Scheme – split a generous £500 for referring a friend to join our team when they join and complete their probation.
Induction- We pay for you to attend our comprehensive induction and on-going training
Enhanced Pay Scales: Be recognised and paid for both qualifications and experience
Discounts at Highstreet retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car – available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee
Circle App - our own internal engagement app, stay up to date with news and stories.
Long Service Awards - celebrate with a cash reward starting at 5 years and upwards
Responsibilities:
Be part of a caring team that provides a safe and loving home for children and young people, led and supported by a registered manager.
Forge bonds fostering trust and belonging.
Lead activities that fuel growth.
Monitor progress and well-being, reporting any concerns promptly.
Maintain safety and cleanliness standards at all times.
Act as a positive role model to give encouragement and praise.
Enjoy fun days out such as swimming, go karting, skating and revisit missed milestones.
Provide emotional and physical support to allow the children to reach their full potential in sometimes challenging situations
Build friendships and trusting relationships
Help them to find pleasure in everyday tasks
Empower them to make decisions about themselves
Requirements:
Experience in childrens residential care, mental health, adult supported living or transferable skills such as SEN education, sports, police, armed forces.
Passion for making a difference in the lives of children.
Knowledge of child development and trauma-informed care practices.
Excellent communication and organisational skills.
Valid driver's license and access to own transport
Previous experience in a residential care setting or similar environment (Preferred).
Why choose Keys Group for your career?
Keys Group provide innovative care and education services to children and young people who have complex needs, emotional and behavioural difficulties. We try and make every day extraordinary for the children we care for and support, because we believe in every single one of them.
Apply today and make a positive change.
Keys Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone in our care and therefore this post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Keys Group is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all sections of the community.
Keys Group are very proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant
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