Residential Care Worker (For Children's Home)

As a Residential Care Worker, you will work in a small, nurturing EBD Residential Children's Home, providing care and support to children aged 11 to 17 years. You will be an integral part of creating a safe and homely environment where our Children can thrive. By fostering positive relationships and utilising your proactive approach, you will contribute to the well-being and growth of each Child in our care.

This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a compassionate team, making a meaningful impact on the lives of Children and young people. If you have a genuine passion for working with young individuals, a nurturing attitude, and the desire to make a positive difference, we invite you to join us as a Residential Care Worker. Take the first step towards an enriching career by applying now. Together, we can empower and support the next generation.

• Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people? Join our dedicated team in Bedford, Bedfordshire, and help create a nurturing environment where they can thrive and flourish., Minimum Qualifications and Education: GCSE English or equivalent (Essential), Excellent written English, IT skills


• NVQ Level 4 or willingness to work towards this within 6 months of commencing employment


• Experience: Experience working within a childcare setting, experience with traumatised children and those with emotional and behavioural difficulties., Do you have a valid DBS and are you on the DBS update system?


• Do you have Children's Residential Care Experience?
  
  Salary: £28,040 - £29,560 p.a. (Including average of 7 sleeping shifts p/m)


• Hours: 40 hrs per week + sleeping shifts + overtime offered


• Our rota operates on a shift basis of 2 days on followed by 4 days off


• Holidays (FTE): 31 days including Bank holidays


• Company pension


Cornerways Homes Exclusive Benefits:

• £60 per sleeping shift


• Employee Referral Fee: £250


• Ofsted Bonus: £100 (Good) or £150 (Outstanding), one-time payment upon final report publication


• Annual Pay Rises: 4%, given after 12 months of work starting in April (discretionary)


• Additional Birthday Annual Leave Day


• Christmas Day/New Year's Day: 2x rate for all shifts on 25th December and 1st January; 1.5x rate for Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve


• Overtime: Paid at 1.25x rate


• Overtime (11 pm-7 am): Paid at 1.5x rate (Waking Night staff included)


• Loyalty Bonus:


• - Year 1 (12 months): £250 + 1 extra annual leave day (8 hours)


• - Year 2 (12 months): £350 + 1 extra annual leave day (8 hours)


• - Year 3 (12 months): £450 + 1 extra annual leave day (8 hours)


• - Year 4 (12 months): £550 + 1 extra annual leave day (8 hours)


• - Year 5: £600


• - Year 10: £1,250, Competitive salary


• Company pension and attractive annual leave entitlement


• Free food and beverages when on shift


• Supportive work environment


• Store discounts and gym discounts


• Child-focused workplace


• Progression and development opportunities


• Extensive free training, including specialised training


• Monthly support from a clinical psychologist


• Company-funded training, including NVQ qualifications


• Working in small homes with a high focus on outcomes


• Paid-for pre-planned activities and holidays/meals


If you are passionate about making a lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable children and young people, we want to hear from you! Join our team and be part of creating a safe and nurturing environment where they can thrive and build a brighter future. Apply now and take the first step in your rewarding career journey with us.

At Cornerways Homes, safeguarding and protecting children and young people is our top priority. Rigorous staff selection & DBS checks ensure a safe, nurturing environment.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £28,040.00-£29,560.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave


• Casual dress


• Company events


• Company pension


• Discounted or free food


• Employee discount


• Free parking


• Gym membership


• On-site parking


• Referral programme


• Store discount


Schedule:

• Flexitime


• Holidays


• Overtime


Supplemental pay types:

• Yearly bonus