Applicants will need to evidence their ability to work with this diverse group of children and knowledge of issues that arise for disabled people would be desirable. You will need to demonstrate your commitment to child centred care, and have the ability to embrace the challenge of, and recognise the rewards gained from supporting young people with diverse, complex needs. The children in our care require a high level of support you must be able to provide help with eating, bathing and intimate personal care. You must also have the ability to move and handle frail and vulnerable children according to their individual care needs. You will receive training to undertake these tasks.

You must demonstrate the ability and desire to work as part of a team which strives to achieve the best outcomes for children and young people, their families and the service. You must be able to evidence your skills in relationship building, communication, nurturing and caring for children, engaging with families and carers and other professionals, supporting inclusion and participation. Record keeping, homemaking tasks and domestic duties are also part of this role

In return, we offer a comprehensive induction and training package, regular support and supervision and annual Personal development review. 

The home operates on a flexible 24 hour rota, which includes weekends, unsociable hours, sleeping in duties and bank holidays (including Christmas and New year), which are paid at enhanced rates of pay.

You will be expected to hold the QCF Residential Diploma (level 3) or an equivalent qualification, or demonstrate the ability to achieve the diploma within 2 years of appointment. 

2 x positions: 1 x 30.75 hours and 1 x 24 hours

We are investing in our workforce and are promoting opportunities to our under-represented groups.  We value equality, diversity and inclusion and are focused on increasing the diversity of our workforce, particularly the number of Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic, Disabled and LGBTQ+ people, so that our teams reflect the communities in the city we serve. We are also supporting staff with unpaid caring responsibilities to work flexibly.

It is a great time to join us and we welcome your application.

Under the Disability Confident Scheme, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.  All successful candidates will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

INFORMAL ENQUIRES PLEASE CONTACT LISA SHAW or RICHARD GREEN ON 0114 2746459