Location: Northampton - Courteenhall
Salary: £12.73 an hour. £26,437 per annum exclusive of sleeps. £62.64 per sleep
Job Type: Full Time
Total Care Matters is an established residential children's home provider with nine regional homes, looking after children and young people between the age of eight and seventeen. We are committed to providing a safe and naturing environment where children can thrive and reach their full potential. As a team we are committed to improving the lives of young people that come into our care so they go on and achieve positive outcomes in the future.
Job Description:
We are looking for dynamic youth mentors who have a desire to engage, guide and bring a positive influence in the lives of young people in our care.
As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in providing care and support to children and young people in a residential setting. You will work closely with your team to create a safe and nurturing environment where children can develop essential life skills and achieve their goals.
Please note this role requires a minimum of eight sleep-in shifts per month.
Key Responsibilities:
Supervision of the young people in our care
Safeguarding the young people in our care
Promote the education of our young people
Promote their independence skills
Undertake relevant training
Accurately record incidents and report writing
Support your teamTo be considered for work with us:
You must hold a Full UK Driving Licence
You must be eligible to work in the UK
Ideally you have experience supporting children. If not, you must have the passion for working with children
Holding a L3 or equivalent in Children & Young People would be desirable but not essential - we are happy to support you through your L3, L4 or L5 qualification
Please note all successful applicants are required to undergo enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure or provide evidence that they are on the update serviceIf this sounds like you please click apply to submit your application.
Please note experience isn't essential, as full training will be provided. However, applicants must have strong transferable skills.
Benefits:
Loyalty Bonus
Referral Bonus
Wellness and employee assistance programme
Health cash plan allowing you to claim money back towards the cost of your essential medical care such as Dental, Optical, Therapy, Private Consultations, Scans and much more
Westfield Rewards - Discount and rewards from hundreds of leading retailers, restaurants and destinations
Supportive and inclusive working environment
Continuous professional development. A proven track record of internal promotions and development into 'Homes' and 'Operations' managers
On site parking
Casual dress
Free meals during shifts
Free activities such as bowling, cinema, theme park
Enrolment on L3 or L4 Diploma in Children & Young People and the future opportunity to enrol on L5 Diploma for Leadership & Management
Enhanced DBS check paid forTotal Care Matters Ltd. is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. To achieve our commitment, we will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust safeguarding processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce.
Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Mentoring Support Worker, Youth Development Worker, Youth Support Worker, Youth Mentor, Counsellor, Youth Community Worker, Youth Support, Young Person's Mentor, Care Manager, Young Adult Support, Care Supervisor, Care Support, Support Worker, Care Worker, Care Support Supervisor, Care Assistant will also be considered for this role
Salary description
£12.73 - £12.73 per hour