Heycroft Care
About Us:
Heycroft Care is a leading provider of staffing solutions for children's homes, committed to ensuring the well-being and development of young individuals in need. We work collaboratively with residential facilities to deliver high-quality care by supplying dedicated and skilled professionals.
Position Overview:
We are currently supporting a client recruit permanent youth workers for their amazing childrens home in Staines upon Thames. As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in providing a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for children and young people in residential care. This role involves building positive relationships, implementing care plans, and promoting the overall well-being and development of each individual. This includes going on great days out - Don’t forget the fun!
Pay and Benefits:
£34,125 per year - Unqualified (Including one sleep in per week)
£36,739 per year - Qualified (NVQ Level 3 - children and young people) (Including one sleep in per year.
£60 per sleep in

• Company sick pay
• 6 weeks annual leave
• OFSTED bon Us
• £500 welcome bonus
• £1000 when you pass your level 3
• £500 Refer a friend bonus!

Hours of work - Average of 40 hours per week
You must be able to do at least one sleep in per week!
Key Responsibilities:
Care and Support: Provide day-to-day care and support to children and young people in residential settings, ensuring their physical, emotional, and social needs are met.
Behavior Management: Implement behavior management strategies and work collaboratively with other team members to create a positive living environment.
Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including daily logs, incident reports, and individual progress notes.
Communication: Collaborate with colleagues, families, and external agencies to ensure effective communication and coordinated care.
Advocacy: Advocate for the rights and interests of children and young people, promoting their independence and self-esteem.
Crisis Intervention: Respond appropriately to crisis situations, following established protocols and ensuring the safety of all residents.
Qualifications and Requirements:

• Strong understanding of child development, trauma-informed care, and behavior management techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

How to Apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and are dedicated to providing high-quality care, we invite you to apply.
The successful candidate is required to provide references and will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS check. We will ask you to complete a criminal self-declaration form, and we will conduct online searches for information that is publicly available. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
Heycroft is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £34,125.00-£36,739.00 per year
Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Day shift

Application question(s):

• Can you complete sleep in shifts?

Experience:

• Residential Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
• Support worker: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person