Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with learning disabilities, autism, complex health conditions, and challenging behaviour? We are opening a new home and we are seeking dedicated and experienced Night Wake Officers to join a supportive and nurturing team.
The Residential provision is a 24hr service, applicants for these roles will be expected to work shifts, weekends, and bank holidays.
About Trinity
Trinity will be a specialist long-stay residential home providing care for up to 4 children with a range of learning disabilities. Our aim is to create a nurturing environment where children can develop the skills and confidence they need for day‑to‑day life. We support children with emotional well‑being, health, and social needs, tailoring our care to meet their individual requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitoring and Supervision
- Providing Personal Care
- Supporting Complex Behaviours
- Communication and Record‑Keeping
- Promoting Independence and Dignity
- Maintaining a Safe and Clean Environment
- Perform domestic tasks
- Team Collaboration
About you
- Experience working with children with learning disabilities, autism, complex health conditions, and challenging behaviour OR equivalent.
- Strong organisation and time‑management skills.
- Excellent communication skills, with experience in using communication aids.
- A compassionate and patient approach, with a commitment to providing high‑quality care.
- Ability to work collaboratively with co‑workers, a range of professionals and stakeholders.
- Relevant qualifications in childcare are desirable.
Additional Information
Interviews will be held in person, further details to be confirmed.
Onboarding Process
Please note as part of our onboarding process, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a series of background checks with Experian, including Experian DBS, Right‑to‑Work, and Digital ID verification. We will also require a full employment history to comply with schedule 2 of the Children’s Homes regulations. These are essential pre‑employment requirements.
Our Benefits
- A generous annual leave package of 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years of service.
- Free on‑site parking at our offices on One Avenue Road (Aston) and Lifford House (Stirchley). We also provide onsite electric car charging ports which are free to use.
- Full access to our amazing internal employee benefits scheme including Occupational Health services, Rewards Schemes, Benefits discounts (including the Blue Light Card), Health & Fitness and Personal Wellbeing support and much more.
- Pension Scheme – You will receive a generous local government career average pension scheme in line with the local government pension scheme.
Why Join Us?
- Impactful Work – be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.
- Supportive Environment – enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.
- Career Development – benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
- Generous Benefits – take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, local government pension scheme, and additional benefits.
Our Values
We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.
We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.
We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.
Safeguarding
At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people. The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people.
We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.
Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.
For further information, feel free to contact Abdul Amin (Registered Manager) via abdul.amin@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk
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