Residential Childcare Support Worker (Day) (Camden)
Area Camden
Title
Residential Childcare Support Worker (Day) (Camden)
Job Reference
rescare1
Organisation
Area Camden
Borough
Camden
Location
Camden
Salary
£27,000-£29,000
Sector
Care Homes (Residential and Nursing)
Hours
Full Time
Closing Date
22/05/2024
Posted 12 days ago
Residential Childcare Support Worker (Day) (Camden)
Not only do Support Workers keep our young people safe, but as the daily care provider they also make a fundamental contribution to their care, learning and development. A key figure within the team, you’ll build invaluable bridges between Area Camden and the local community, promoting social inclusion as you support people with emotional and behavioural difficulties to reach their full potential.
About Us
Our purpose is to provide the highest quality care within very high quality settings in Soham and to offer young people care, accommodation and support as close to a family environment as possible. The residential care we provide is for 11 to 18-year olds and our focus is centred on the needs of the child.
The welfare of our young people is paramount in the role of a Support Worker. Not only do Support Workers keep our young people safe, but as the daily care provider they also make a fundamental contribution to their care, learning and development. A key figure within the team, you’ll build invaluable bridges between Area Camden and the local community, promoting social inclusion as you support people with emotional and behavioural difficulties to reach their full potential.
Your Role
Support young people in our care to lead positive lives in a safe environment
Provide emotional and social support, fostering meaningful relationships
Encourage involvement in local communities
Boost self-esteem and ensure each individual feels respected and valued
Maintain meticulous records of events and observations
Assess and address children and young people's needs
Formulate, implement, and review care plans under the direction of managers
Collaborate with colleagues, health advisors, social workers, and other professionals
Assist with daily living tasks and involve young people in domestic duties
Plan, shop, and prepare nutritious meals
About You
Have the ability to engage with young people in a positive and proactive approach
Be self-motivated with a positive nature
Be sensitive and reflective
Have the ability to listen and empathise
Be able to work individually and within a team
Have experience working in the care sector or residential care
Hold a relevant qualification or be committed to undertake a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare - we are looking for passionate and caring individuals who we will support to gain a qualification.
Be willing to work some Bank Holidays
Your benefits
A robust Induction and mandatory training program to up skill our workforce
Progression within the organisation on promotion and development of given role
Weekly rota on rotation 08:00am-20:00pm i.e. (1 week) - Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday= 36 hours. (2 week) - Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday= 48 hours
A sleep in allowance of up to £85.50 per night (10pm-7am)- potential extra earning of up to £4104
Minimum average of 168 hours per calendar month
Waking Night contracts are also available
236 hours annual leave per annum (including bank holidays)
Holiday increase per year – 12 extra hours for 3 years (capped at 272 hours)
Pension scheme after a qualifying period- 3% Emp cont
Apply or Information
NCL.HSCAcademy@camden.gov.uk