Children Support Worker

Employer: Coben Healthcare

Position: Children Support Worker

Salary: £36,308.06 per annum (including sleep-in shifts).

Job Type:  Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Work location: Derby, England

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

Senior Residential Childcare Support Worker

About the Role:

We are recruiting for an exciting opportunity to work as a Residential Childcare Support Worker, providing care and support to young people aged 8-18. Our client offers a nurturing and developmental environment for young people who have faced significant challenges and trauma in their lives, creating a rewarding workplace for their team.

The role involves working on a 3-week rolling rota, totaling 56.4 hours per week (including sleep-in shifts). The working pattern typically consists of one day on and two days off. Sleep shifts are included in the annual salary, even during periods of annual leave.

Benefits Include:

• Automatic enrolment into a pension scheme (criteria dependent, with an opt-out option).
• Life insurance coverage.
• Cashback health plan, providing discounts on high street purchases and cashback on dental and optical expenses.
• Eligibility for a discount card offering savings at various retailers, both in-store and online.
• Extensive induction and training program, with access to nationally recognized vocational qualifications.
• Opportunities for career progression across all roles.
• Team-building events and activities.
• Free application for the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and annual checks.
• Enhanced annual leave entitlements.
• Additional pay rates for working on Christmas and New Year’s Day, with overtime rates available after completion of full-time contractual hours.
• Access to an employee assistance program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a positive role model for young people, fostering meaningful relationships and supporting their personal development.
• Contribute to the overall care and wellbeing of the young people, ensuring they are supported to reach their full potential.
• Work collaboratively with the team to maintain a safe and nurturing environment.

Experience & Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of experience in a residential childcare setting or similar environment.
• Experience in managing a team is preferred.
• A Level 3/4 Diploma in Children and Young People Workforce is advantageous.
• A valid UK driving license is essential.

For a confidential chat contact alex@cobenhealthcare.com

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Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person

APPLICATION PROCESS

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