Residential Children's Worker

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Residential Children's Worker based in Openshaw, Manchester. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with autism and learning difficulties within a children's home. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.
This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working within the care sector and holds a driving licence. If you are already an established Residential Children’s Worker, our client may be able to offer progression into a Senior Role as and when the time is right.
Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £29,500 per year.
As a Residential Children's Worker your responsibilities will include:
* Provide support using a person centred approach.
* Support the children to maintain and develop relationships with friends and family.
* Encourage the children to integrate with the local community by attending clubs or day centres.
* Support the children in all aspects of their daily living.
* Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm.
* Continuous commitment to professional development.
* To be willing to cover other homes when required.
* Liaise with parents and/or carers and other professionals.
Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:
* Enrolment onto a level 3 qualification
* Free meals on shift
* Overtime rate
* Compressed working week
* Opportunity to progress
To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Kieran Nowopolski.
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