Do you enjoy fun days out, making memories and giving children the opportunities for different experiences?
Do you like the idea of knowing your presence makes all the difference to children in care?
If you said yes, then being a Residential Care Worker is the role for you!
Footsteps to Futures provides therapeutic living environments and support for young people across Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire.
The young people that call Footsteps ‘home’ are aged between 10 and 16 years old and their lived experiences have significantly impacted their social and emotional wellbeing. They have difficulty developing positive relationships, understanding boundaries and at times self-regulating which can be displayed in their behaviours.
Our young people may also have additional needs including ASD, ADHD and mild learning difficulties which can further impact their social and emotional development further exacerbating their behaviours.
Resilience, compassion and patience are fundamental attributes needed in this role as a corporate parent. You will be a positive role model and work with our young people to build positive, trusting and meaningful relationships, support them with their goals and ambitions, and promote their wellbeing, rights and independence.
*A DRIVING LICENCE IS ESSENTIAL FOR THIS ROLE*
We are recruiting in various locations across all our homes.
Role and Responsibilities
Provide support and guidance to the young people who reside with us. Create a safe, nurturing and happy home in which they can grow socially and emotionally. Use
PACE
to support building trusting relationships and foundations for growth. Safeguard each young person, advocate on their behalf, identify concerns and report them effectively. Maintain clear and consistent boundaries. Positively engage and play an active part in everyday home life and activities. This will include but not limited to household duties, school runs, health appointments, extra-curricular activities and hobbies. Fulfil all aspects of your role with a ‘can-do’ attitude in line with company policies and procedures. Successful candidates will be -
Caring, compassionate and resilient. Eager to learn and willingness to go the extra mile. Ability to remain positive and calm in high-pressure situations. A genuine passion for caring for vulnerable young people. Able to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing. Knowledgeable of how best to care for and support children with challenging behaviours or the willingness to learn. Able to work as part of a team or independently, using their own initiative. Consistent and punctual. What you can expect from us
£250 bonus upon completion of probation £500 bonus when you have been employed for 1 year Starbucks voucher and a card for each employee’s birthday, with the idea of ‘Have a coffee and cake on us’ Quarterly sickness bonus In house team member of the month FtF employee of the month Refer a friend scheme – recommend a friend to come and work with us and you’ll earn a £400 bonus! Paid qualifications relevant to your role Increased annual leave after 2 years service Enrolment into the NEST Pension scheme. 224 hours annual leave. Blue Light Card paid for by the company. Applicants should be aware that the role requires long shifts and overnight sleeps in the home and therefore should carefully consider the suitability of the role before applying. Hourly rate of pay is £12 - £13 depending on experience and qualification. Sleep ins are paid at a flat rate of £62.40 per sleep. Average 8 sleeps per month. We are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates offered employment will be subject to compulsory screening checks including employment references and an Enhanced DBS check. In line with OFSTED compliance candidates must be aged 21 years or over. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £12.00-£13.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Additional pay:
Bonus scheme Quarterly bonus Benefits:
Casual dress Company pension Discounted or free food Experience:
Residential Childcare: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (required) Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person Reference ID: FtF
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Provide support and guidance to the young people who reside with us. Create a safe, nurturing and happy home in which they can grow socially and emotionally. Use
PACE
to support building trusting relationships and foundations for growth. Safeguard each young person, advocate on their behalf, identify concerns and report them effectively. Maintain clear and consistent boundaries. Positively engage and play an active part in everyday home life and activities. This will include but not limited to household duties, school runs, health appointments, extra-curricular activities and hobbies. Fulfil all aspects of your role with a ‘can-do’ attitude in line with company policies and procedures. Successful candidates will be -
Caring, compassionate and resilient. Eager to learn and willingness to go the extra mile. Ability to remain positive and calm in high-pressure situations. A genuine passion for caring for vulnerable young people. Able to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing. Knowledgeable of how best to care for and support children with challenging behaviours or the willingness to learn. Able to work as part of a team or independently, using their own initiative. Consistent and punctual. What you can expect from us
£250 bonus upon completion of probation £500 bonus when you have been employed for 1 year Starbucks voucher and a card for each employee’s birthday, with the idea of ‘Have a coffee and cake on us’ Quarterly sickness bonus In house team member of the month FtF employee of the month Refer a friend scheme – recommend a friend to come and work with us and you’ll earn a £400 bonus! Paid qualifications relevant to your role Increased annual leave after 2 years service Enrolment into the NEST Pension scheme. 224 hours annual leave. Blue Light Card paid for by the company. Applicants should be aware that the role requires long shifts and overnight sleeps in the home and therefore should carefully consider the suitability of the role before applying. Hourly rate of pay is £12 - £13 depending on experience and qualification. Sleep ins are paid at a flat rate of £62.40 per sleep. Average 8 sleeps per month. We are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates offered employment will be subject to compulsory screening checks including employment references and an Enhanced DBS check. In line with OFSTED compliance candidates must be aged 21 years or over. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £12.00-£13.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Additional pay:
Bonus scheme Quarterly bonus Benefits:
Casual dress Company pension Discounted or free food Experience:
Residential Childcare: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (required) Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person Reference ID: FtF
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