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Vetro Recruitment

Aug 26

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Healthcare

Requirements

  • Experience as a Children's Residential Support Worker, or working with children with EBD
  • You must be a car driver as you will be required to transport young people from time-to-time
  • You must be over the age of 21
  • NVQ or QCF Level 3 in Children & Young People or equivalent
  • Must be flexible and willing to work shifts and weekends

Responsibilities

  • Encouraging young people to participate in activities and take responsibility for their own lives depending on their age. You will provide support for the children and young people in the home to promote their independence and well-being whilst providing a therapeutic care environment.
  • Ensuring the safety of the young people and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of the individual's care plan, guidelines, reward system, and preferred method of communication.
  • Supporting taxing behaviour safely and sympathetically, dealing with challenging behaviours when needed, and maintaining a safe environment for young people.
  • Developing and maintaining good working relationships with the staff, parents, Social Workers, and other professionals that may be involved in the young people's lives such as Psychologists.
  • Protecting children and young people from risks to their health and welfare.
  • Keeping the homely, friendly culture and environment of the home.

FAQs

What is the salary range for the Senior Children's Residential Support Worker position?

The salary range for this position is £29,696 - £33,096, which includes a sleep allowance.

What are the working hours for this role?

The role requires full-time hours, working on a shift pattern of 1 on 2 off, with shifts running from 7.30am to 11pm, followed by a sleep-in from 11pm to 7am, and then from 7am to 10pm.

Is a driving license necessary for this position?

Yes, a full driver’s license and a car are required as you will be needed to transport young people.

What qualifications are required for the Senior Children's Residential Support Worker role?

You must have an NVQ or QCF Level 3 in Children & Young People or an equivalent qualification.

What experience is necessary to apply for this position?

Applicants should have experience as a Children's Residential Support Worker or experience working with children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

Is the job suitable for individuals under the age of 21?

No, applicants must be over the age of 21 to apply for this position.

What kind of training can new employees expect upon joining?

New employees will receive an in-depth induction and training program upon joining the Senior Children's Residential Service.

Are there opportunities for career advancement within this role?

Yes, this position is aimed at experienced individuals looking to further their careers in supporting young people in a residential care setting.

What qualities are important for a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker?

Important qualities include being enthusiastic, resilient, motivated, committed, passionate, and able to engage and mentor young people effectively.

Do employees have to work weekends or flexible hours?

Yes, the role requires flexibility to work shifts, which may include weekends.

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Vetro Recruitment

Our mission is to provide a clear and transparent recruitment service to the social care, nursing & education sectors.

Human Resources
Industry
11-50
Employees
2015
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Vetro Recruitment’s mission is to be the most recommended Health, Social Care and Education recruitment agency in the UK. We believe the hundreds of 5-star reviews left by our clients and agency workers illustrate we are delivering on our mission. **4-day week employer** Our business is built around nurturing our 3 C’s, Clients, Candidates (agency workers), and Colleagues. In order to continue to provide an outstanding level of service and deliver on our mission, we must look after all three. Underpinning this delivery is living by our company core values. Honest and trustworthy Investors in people Professional and reliable Ethical Experts in our field Progressive and innovative Striving for perfection Placing with pride Having fun Why work with us? As an approved supplier to all major public and private frameworks as well as multiple SME’s, we can offer a huge variety of temporary and permanent opportunities to those seeking work in our sectors. We value our agency workers and offer a highly competitive benefits package including: Free Weekly PAYE Pay Flexible Hours Fantastic Rates of Pay Holiday Pay & Contributed Pension Ongoing Comprehensive Training Vetro shift booking app 24/7 Support Line Golden Ticket Draw to Win £500 quarterly Public frameworks we are approved on: NHS Wales Clinical and Healthcare Staffing Framework NHS Crown Commercial - Provision of Clinical and Healthcare Staffing (RM6161) The NPS Supply Teachers Framework for Wales Crown Commercial - Supply Teachers and Temporary Staff in Educational Establishments (RM3826) If you are an organisation looking to partner with a specialist recruitment agency that gives you access to the leading talent in your sector and allows you time to do what you do best, partner with us today. Quality Safeguarding is our number 1 priority. We have numerous quality stamps that highlight our robust processes and compliance procedures. REC Gold standard audited NHS audited BEIS audited ISO9001(in progress)

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