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Salary: £11.92 - £12.54 per hour  
£30 sleep in payment per mandatory sleep in shift
Plus, an additional overtime pay of 1.25x your hourly rate.
Hours: 40 hours per week on a rotational basis (rota provided 4 weeks in advance)
Shift Patterns: 2 – 3 shifts per week (Typical shift pattern is 2 on 4 off. 08:00am until 11:00pm – with sleep in)

We are looking for Residential Care workers to join our home within Colchester Essex who can establish meaningful relationships creating a positive, warm, and rewarding environment. We need somebody who can provide a supportive role in the lives of the children, able to give advice, assistance and support in order to help empower young them in addressing past and present difficulties.

The nature of the work is dynamic and diverse, with each day presenting new and unique tasks – no two days are the same!    From organising activities to 1:1 support to attending off site activities there is no telling what each day would bring.  As a Residential Care Worker, you'll need to be adaptable, flexible and a pro at reading situations to guide our young people towards making positive choices.

Our children in our Colchester home are aged from 4 - 12 years old. It is a fast paced and busy home and we are looking for individuals with a 'up for anything' attitude and a genuine love for working with young children. Your day with the children will be very varied. No two days are the same and will be packed with fun activities with the kids!

Key responsibilities include:

Providing emotional support during challenging times
Fostering ambition in young people, assisting them in achieving their goals and maximising their potential
Offering support in the educational pursuits of young individuals
Maintaining accurate records and preparing written reports for planning meetings, reviews or any other meetings as directed by the line manager.
Empowering young people to actively participate in decision-making about their lives and future
Acting as an advocate in meetings where the young person is the subject of discussion
Encouraging community engagement, attending off-site activities, and expanding their personal social networks
Meeting the needs of children and young people, organising social activities and maintaining the home (laundry, cooking, cleaning shopping etc.)
Qualifications/Experience/Requirements:

Minimum age requirement: 21 years old
Full UK driving license required 
No prior experience necessary, only a commitment and passion for working with young people
Attendance at a 2-week training program required
Must have availability for sleep-in shiftsBenefits:

Access to complete your NVQ Level 3 in Children's and Young People's Workforce up to Level 5 after passing your 6 month probation meaning excellent career progression opportunities 
Your birthday off
Comprehensive induction and training provided
2-3 shifts per week on a full time basis for an excellent work/life balance
Rota provided 4 weeks in advance
If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of young people, we invite you to join our dedicated team. Apply now and embark on a fulfilling career journey with us