Join Our Team! Be part of Our Residential Children’s Home and Make a Difference!

O’Connell Care Group are in the process of opening a new three bedded Children’s Home in the Worcestershire area.

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people? Do you have a caring and empathetic nature? We are excited to announce the launch of our recruitment campaign for our brand new Residential Children’s Home. Join us in creating a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive and reach their full potential/ Become a part of our dedicated team and help shape the future of these young lives.

Our home offers a warm and welcoming place for our children and young people to live, and our teams to work in. Our home is designed to provide a secure and supportive environment for children and young people who are unable to live with their families. Our aim is to create a home away from home, where children can grow, develop, and heal from their past experiences. We are committed to providing high-quality care, educational support and encouragement and emotional support to every child in our care.

As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will oversee the daily operations of the Residential Children’s Home. You will provide guidance and support to the care team, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures, and act as a point of contact for external agencies and stakeholders. Previous experience in a leadership role within a residential care setting is required.

Along with the care team, you will play a vital role in the day-to-day care and support of our children and young people. You will provide a nurturing and stable environment, ensuring their safety and well-being. Your responsibilities will include providing emotional support, assisting with daily activities, promoting positive behaviour, and coordinating with other professionals involved in the child’s care.

Working Hours:

40 hrs per week average over 52 weeks including additional sleep-in duties. Following a rolling three week rota, working one shift on, two off, allowing for a greater work - life balance.

Salary Bracket:

£32,280 - £33,320 (£13.50 - £14.00 per hour)

Salary is inclusive of sleep-in duties, based on completing a minimum of 7 sleeps on per month.

On-Call duties are paid additionally and can increase annual salary by £2,100 per year.

Guaranteed annual pay increment increase each year, of approximately £1000, to recognise the commitment and resilience shown by our team members.

QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS:

1. Genuine passion for working with children and young people

2. Strong interpersonal and communication skills

3. Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate effectively

4. Have previous leadership experience within a residential care setting

5. Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and holidays

6. Full manual UK Driving Licence

7. Right to work in the United Kingdom

8. QCF Level 3: Children and Young people’s Workforce or equivalent qualification

BENEFITS AND REWARDS

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities (level 5 qualifications paid for by the company)

• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people.

• DBS will be paid for by the company

HOW TO APPLY:

Join us today and be a positive influence in the lives of children who need it the most. Together, we can create a brighter future!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £32,280.00-£33,320.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company car
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Droitwich: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Residential Childcare: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)
• Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) (required)

Work Location: In person