EXPERIENCE IN CHILDREN’S RESIDENTIAL CARE IS ESSENTIAL

Do you want to support children and young people’s learning and personal development?
Do you want to make a difference in their lives?
Would you like to work with our innovative team that values honesty, commitment, flexibility, and integrity?

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

A minimum of a Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care (Children) or equivalent or willingness to work towards
A driving licence and access to a vehicle
Previous experience working with: Children, and young people
Flexibility

SO – IF YOU ARE AN EXPERIENCED RESIDENTIAL CHILDCARE OFFICER, HAVE APPLICABLE LIFE EXPERIENCE OR SOMEONE CURRENTLY WORKING WITH CHILDREN AND LOOKING FOR A CHANGE IN CAREER APPLY NOW OR CALL ON 0330 335 8999.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £29,500.00-£31,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Referral programme

Work Location: In perso

JOB PURPOSE AND ROLE

ROC the National Care Employer of the Year (2022) is looking for a Residential Childcare Officer to join the team in safe, nurturing, and caring homes for children and young people.
As a Residential Childcare Officer, you will be providing direct day-to-day care and to support Adolescents who display emotional or behavioural difficulties and/or learning disabilities, fulfil their potential, reach their aspirations, and participate in outdoor activities or alternative education. Assisting the deputy manager and Registered Manager, to provide the highest standard of care to any young person/s placed.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• To be a full and active member of the team. You will be accountable to the Line Management structure.
• To provide care and support to individuals.
• Adhere to, uphold and exemplify the Group’s core values.
• To participate in duties associated with the home as directed by the home Management team
• To be aware of and comply with the statutory requirements and all the company’s policies and procedures including those of outdoor activities.
• To participate in duty rotas.
• To act flexibly within reasonable bounds, in order to ensure the necessary cover for the smooth running of the home.
• To inform colleagues of relevant developments, for example during handover.
• To work with team members to achieve a warm, caring, safe and stimulating environment for the young people in our care.