Overview
Job Title: Residential Children & Young People’s Worker – Short Breaks ServiceLocation: Rothley, LeicestershireSalary: £26,142- £29,755 plus sleeps and overtime
Job Description: We are seeking a dedicated Residential Children & Young People’s Worker to join a leading specialist provider’s new Short Breaks Service in Rothley, Leicestershire. This full-time, permanent role offers an opportunity to support children and young people aged 0-18 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), challenging behaviour, and complex needs. You will help create a safe, nurturing environment where service users can develop confidence, independence, and social skills.
Responsibilities
- Build trusting, nurturing relationships that promote independence and wellbeing.
- Work collaboratively with parents, carers, and professionals to support service users.
- Contribute to the upkeep of the home, including cooking and cleaning.
- Accurately document information and maintain up-to-date records.
- Ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are followed at all times.
- Promote a safe environment and monitor safety protocols consistently.
Requirements
- Hold or be willing to achieve the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare within the required timeframe.
- Demonstrate a genuine motivation to positively impact young people’s lives.
- Have a good understanding of safeguarding and protection of vulnerable children and young people.
- Be flexible to work shifts, including sleep-ins, weekends, and bank holidays.
- Experience working or volunteering with children and young people with additional needs is desirable but not essential.
- Ability to travel across various locations within Leicestershire until the service becomes fully operational in Rothley.
This Residential Children & Young People’s Worker role in Rothley, Leicestershire, offers a rewarding career path within a supportive environment. If you are committed to creating a safe and enriching space for children and young people, we encourage you to apply promptly.
Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.
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