Do you want to make a real, lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable children?Are you passionate about personal development and looking for a career with clear progression?
If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
We are working with a highly respected national charity that specialises in therapeutic care, education, and treatment for children and young people. Based in Dereham, Norfolk, this organisation is known for its outstanding training programmes and commitment to developing its staff.
This is a postion working within a residential home with some of the UKs most vulnerable children so requires real dedication, resillience and heart. The role also requires flexibility in working hours, with shift patterns including days, evenings, weeknds, bank holidays and sleep in shifts.
What’s on offer:
Starting salary of £35,437.50
Full-time, permanent contract
40 days annual leave
Fully funded DBS check
Industry-leading training programme (up to Master’s level in Child Psychotherapy)
Clear progression opportunities into management or specialist roles
Generous pension, maternity, and paternity benefits
The Role:
As a Therapeutic Support Worker, you will:
Support children with their emotional, physical, and developmental needs
Act as a positive role model
Encourage and facilitate positive life experiences
Work collaboratively within a supportive team environment
Communicate openly and effectively with colleagues and young people
Uphold strong safeguarding practices
This role includes shift work, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins, so flexibility is essential.
About You:
Experience as a Support Worker (desirable, but full training provided)
Empathetic, resilient, and positive attitude
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
A genuine commitment to improving the lives of young people
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Main Duties and Responsibilities
The role will include:
Attending college, training sessions, workshops and study days as required by the apprenticeship programme.
Completing all mandatory training and apprenticeship coursework within agreed timescales.
Working towards successful completion of the Care Certificate and Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship.
Providing person-centred care and support to residents, promoting dignity, choice, independence and wellbeing at all times.
Assisting residents with personal care, including washing, dressing, toileting and mobility support.
Supporting residents with nutrition and hydration, including assistance at mealtimes where appropriate.
Assisting residents to participate in social, recreational and well-being activities.
Learning how to recognise and respond appropriately to changes in residents' physical, emotional and mental wellbeing.
Developing positive relationships with residents, relatives and colleagues.
Working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care.
Completing care records and documentation accurately under supervision.
Participating in team meetings, supervision sessions and development reviews.
Following all company policies, procedures and safeguarding requirements.
Promoting a safe, clean and comfortable environment for residents.
Training Outcome:Successful completion of the Care Assistant Apprenticeship offers an excellent opportunity to secure a permanent Care Assistant role within our organisation. We are committed to developing our staff and promoting from within wherever possible. Following completion of the apprenticeship, employees will have the opportunity to undertake further professional development, and additional specialist training.
Enhanced rates of pay are available for employees who achieve relevant NVQ qualifications.
There are excellent opportunities for career progression into senior care and leadership roles, including Senior Care Assistant, Team Leader, Unit Lead, Deputy Manager and Management positions. This is a rewarding career where you can make a real difference to people's lives, whilst developing valuable skills and qualifications in the Health and Social Care sector.Employer Description:SLW is a family-run care provider with over 30 years' experience delivering high-quality residential, nursing and dementia care services. We are committed to providing exceptional care in a warm, welcoming environment where residents are treated with dignity, respect and compassion, and where their individual needs, preferences and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do.
Operating from our care homes in Sunderland, our dedicated teams of carers, nurses, unit managers and support staff provide 24-hour care and support to older people with a range of health and social care needs. We strive to create a real sense of home and community, supporting residents to maintain their independence, pursue their interests and continue enjoying the activities that matter most to them.
We are passionate about investing in our people and supporting career development. Our staff receive ongoing training and development opportunities, with clear progression pathways available across the organisation. We encourage employees to gain recognised qualifications and develop their skills, ensuring we continue to deliver the highest standards of person-centred care.
Our aim is to provide outstanding care and support that promotes independence, health, physical and emotional wellbeing, enabling residents to live fulfilling lives while receiving the care they need in a safe, supportive and caring environment.Working Hours :Contracts of either 33 or 44 hours per week. Work is on a rolling rota across seven days, including weekends, with shifts between 8am and 8pm, allowing you to gain valuable hands-on experience while completing your apprenticeship programme.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Applications are invited from commited and experienced Registered Nurses, Allied Health Professionals or Social Workers to join the Severe & Profound Adult Learning Disabilities Residential Home team as Band 6 Deputy Manager within the Adult Learning Disabilites Service on the beautiful Island of Guernsey, in the Channel Islands.This Home provides support to service users with severe and profound learning disabilities, complex physical and sensory disabilities, and behaviour that challenge within a community setting, including those who require 24 hour care.As Deputy Manager, in supporting the Service Manager you will:- undertake the assessment of service users with complex needs.- guide, advise and direct other staff in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care received by service users.- contribute to the recruitment and retention of team members- undertake the professional development review process with identified team members. Support staff with performance issues developing plan to address developmental needs.- act as a professional role model for junior staff, promoting high standards of practice and strong professional values.- act up as necessary in the absence of the manager.Please note; Guernsey has adopted the AfC banding system, but have applied their own salary scale.The Guernsey Band 6 salary range is £47,860 to £64,615 plus an annual bonus of £1,747 and higher unsocial hours enhancements; 36% evening/Saturday and 72% Sunday/BH.Annual leave starts at 36 days up to 42 days with full credit for NHS or Local Authority service for annual leave and sick leaveThe island of Guernsey is in the Channel Islands and has a population of 65,000. It has some of Britain's finest and best-kept beaches, an especially mild and sunny climate, and an offbeat, historic harbor town in St. Peter's Port, the island's capital.This unique integrated health service delivers a diverse range of services including diagnosing and treating patients in the island's acute hospital complex, and supporting people with in the wider community.Providing an excellent Learning Disabilities Service, supported by modern equipment and reliant on Healthcare professionals recruited to a high standard.Person requirements:Registered Nurse, Social Worker or Allied Health Profesional with full UK professional registration.Post-graduate experience leading a Learning Disabilites service at senior Band 5 or Band 6-equivalent level.Completion of a recognised Teaching and Assessing/Mentorship qualification.To hold a UK driving licence.The benefits of working in Guernsey include: - A higher-than-UK salary. - An annual bonus of £1,747. - Registered Nurse applicants will recieve an additional £3,000 bonus on completion of two, then four years service. - A flat rate 20% income tax. - No Council tax or VAT - A relocation payment of £5,000* - Three months initial free accommodation* - On-site Staff Accommodation or a generous allowance for private rental accommodation* - A continental lifestyle, where the people are friendly, and crime is very low. *Full T&C in relocation directiveFor an insight into Jarrodean as a Consultancy and for a summary of all current roles visit jarrodean.com If this role is not for you, please remember we offer a generous £500 Bonus for any successful friend or colleague referrals.....Read more...
An Independent Fostering Agency are looking for a Supervising Social Worker for their fostering service that covers Somerset. This is a permanent and full-time position that is hybrid working (2 days per week in office).
You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and have the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship available)
About the team
This new independent fostering agency is a High Needs fostering service working in partnership to provide supervision and support to foster carers with a wraparound, trauma-informed approach. This is an opportunity to join a small team that has recently been rated ‘Good’ in all areas. This team works alongside residential care and therapeutic education services.
About the job
Recruiting, assessing, matching & training prospective foster carers
Supervising a caseload of 5 foster families
Working collaboratively within a multi-agency team
Upkeeping all relevant compliance & reports
Attending in fostering panel meetings
Enable carers to deliver high-quality, trauma-informed care
About you
The successful candidate will have a social work degree with post qualification experience in Fostering Social Work whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant fostering legislation. This is a growing team with long-term potential to progress into a senior position and beyond when opportunities arise.
What's on offer?
A salary of £37,280 – £41,771 dependents on experience
Additional payments
28 days of annual leave
Mileage paid
Excellent CPD training & development opportunities
Life assurance
Further benefits
For more information, please contact Samantha Cunningham
07825213518 / scunningham@charecruitment.com
What do you get from working with me?
CV enhancement
Application form enhancement
Access to many jobs in the market
One central point of contact
Interview preparation assistance
Expert consultation
Questions answered
Offer negotiation
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