Residential Childcare Worker (Rural locations in East Dunbartonshire and Stirlingshire including Killearn)
We have an exciting opportunity for a Residential Childcare Worker to join our team at our services in rural settings around Stirlingshire and East Dunbartonshire.
Are you looking to start or change your career to do something
truly rewarding and inspiring
- supporting a young person recovering from adversity and trauma? Care Visions has the ideal opportunity for you! This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a team that can create a safe, nurturing, and compassionate culture for the young people we care for. Salary:
£31,623.80 to £35,460.20 p/a (includes an average of 9 sleepover payments and based on a 40 hr week). Salary is dependent on qualifications. Please note we cannot offer sponsorship. Benefits: Competitive pay and sleep over allowances Health Cash Plan Health and Wellbeing Platform Group Team Life Assurance Discount Site Workplace Pension Generous Annual Leave Allowance Credit Union Professional Learning and Development Comprehensive training , including
fully funded professionally recognised qualification(s)
(for those not already qualified) Working with young people, many of whom are high school age and older, we understand that being a Residential Childcare Worker is about more than just following policies and procedures. It is about being genuinely
caring
and making the right choices in difficult times. Everything we do revolves around the
needs
of our young people, and we work hard to support our Residential Child Care Workers in their own personal commitment to be the best that they can be - to fully understand our young people’s needs and aspirations. The work will involve: Providing
care and guidance
to
vulnerable children and young people living in Residential Care. Working in a positive, respectful, and empowering way with all young people to promote good relationships and encourage achievement while being a positive role model. We pride ourselves on offering a wonderful team environment to grow and develop in, where you are well supported by our management team who are very visible at all levels. We actively welcome open communication, hard work, and drive. Care Visions has strong company values that are rooted in Respect, Compassion, Safety, and Integrity. We offer fully funded courses to our contracted staff, allowing them to complete their qualifications relevant to their position and SSSC registration requirements. Our current staff are well known in the sector and are happy to share their knowledge and support. We feel that this role is a great opportunity to become a significant person in a young individual’s life, playing an essential role in shaping their future. Essential Experience: Experience
of
working with young people
in either a professional or voluntary capacity and an understanding of the principles of safeguarding and Child Protection legislation. An understanding and/or experience of Trauma-informed care practices. A valid
manual driving licence
(as you will have to drive young people to various activities). Own transport required due to location. PVG check will also be undertaken if successful. Current legally authorised to work in the UK. To apply via Indeed, click 'Apply now' and, in your covering message, tell us why this role is of interest to you and why you want to work to support children and young people. Closing date for submission of completed application forms is
Monday 3rd February 2025
( please note
interviews will start to be scheduled prior to closing date). You can learn more about us, join one of our webinars, or complete a full application form to help advance your application via our website:
www.carevisionsresidential.co.uk Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £31,623.80-£35,460.20 per year Benefits: Casual dress Company pension Employee discount On-site parking Referral programme Store discount Schedule: Overtime Weekend availability Education: GCSE or equivalent (preferred) Experience: Residential Childcare: 1 year (preferred) Support Environment: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: SVQ Level 3 Children and Young People qualification (preferred) Manual Driving Licence (required) Work Location:
In person
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truly rewarding and inspiring
- supporting a young person recovering from adversity and trauma? Care Visions has the ideal opportunity for you! This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a team that can create a safe, nurturing, and compassionate culture for the young people we care for. Salary:
£31,623.80 to £35,460.20 p/a (includes an average of 9 sleepover payments and based on a 40 hr week). Salary is dependent on qualifications. Please note we cannot offer sponsorship. Benefits: Competitive pay and sleep over allowances Health Cash Plan Health and Wellbeing Platform Group Team Life Assurance Discount Site Workplace Pension Generous Annual Leave Allowance Credit Union Professional Learning and Development Comprehensive training , including
fully funded professionally recognised qualification(s)
(for those not already qualified) Working with young people, many of whom are high school age and older, we understand that being a Residential Childcare Worker is about more than just following policies and procedures. It is about being genuinely
caring
and making the right choices in difficult times. Everything we do revolves around the
needs
of our young people, and we work hard to support our Residential Child Care Workers in their own personal commitment to be the best that they can be - to fully understand our young people’s needs and aspirations. The work will involve: Providing
care and guidance
to
vulnerable children and young people living in Residential Care. Working in a positive, respectful, and empowering way with all young people to promote good relationships and encourage achievement while being a positive role model. We pride ourselves on offering a wonderful team environment to grow and develop in, where you are well supported by our management team who are very visible at all levels. We actively welcome open communication, hard work, and drive. Care Visions has strong company values that are rooted in Respect, Compassion, Safety, and Integrity. We offer fully funded courses to our contracted staff, allowing them to complete their qualifications relevant to their position and SSSC registration requirements. Our current staff are well known in the sector and are happy to share their knowledge and support. We feel that this role is a great opportunity to become a significant person in a young individual’s life, playing an essential role in shaping their future. Essential Experience: Experience
of
working with young people
in either a professional or voluntary capacity and an understanding of the principles of safeguarding and Child Protection legislation. An understanding and/or experience of Trauma-informed care practices. A valid
manual driving licence
(as you will have to drive young people to various activities). Own transport required due to location. PVG check will also be undertaken if successful. Current legally authorised to work in the UK. To apply via Indeed, click 'Apply now' and, in your covering message, tell us why this role is of interest to you and why you want to work to support children and young people. Closing date for submission of completed application forms is
Monday 3rd February 2025
( please note
interviews will start to be scheduled prior to closing date). You can learn more about us, join one of our webinars, or complete a full application form to help advance your application via our website:
www.carevisionsresidential.co.uk Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £31,623.80-£35,460.20 per year Benefits: Casual dress Company pension Employee discount On-site parking Referral programme Store discount Schedule: Overtime Weekend availability Education: GCSE or equivalent (preferred) Experience: Residential Childcare: 1 year (preferred) Support Environment: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: SVQ Level 3 Children and Young People qualification (preferred) Manual Driving Licence (required) Work Location:
In person
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