Residential Childcare Specialist

Transforming the lives of children with Lily Residential Services: Join Us as a Residential Childcare Specialist

Job Type: Full-time 35hrs, Permanent

Salary:

• 35-hour contract: £28,236.00 - £29,328.00 (including sleep-in rate)
• Hourly rate range £12.20 £12.80
• Sleep-in rate £58.00 (average of 2 sleep-ins per week)

(Salary scales are dependent on qualifications and previous experience)

• Welcome Bonus of up to £1,500 (T&Cs apply)

The Role: Residential Childcare Specialist

In this role you will form part of the team working in our childrens homeat Lily Residential Services. This home will offer specialised care designed to provide individualised support for children and young people with specific and complex needs that may not thrive in traditional group home settings.

As a Residential Childcare Specialist, you will be involved in support the young person(s) activities such as:

Outdoor activities, beach days, walks around the parks or local area, cycling, paddleboarding, movie nights in, adventure parks, weekly house takeaways and meals out.

• As a role model to our young people you will provide daily care and support to children and young people to make sure they can make good choices.
• Teaching and promoting life skills to help the child develop independence and self-sufficiency.
• You will support in the running of the home such as cooking the home meals, cleaning, supporting in maintaining a home that our young people want to live in, first aid, health and safety, gardening, growing your own veg (if space allows!).

About Us:

Welcome to Lily Residential Services, where our mission is to create homes for children that offer a nurturing, supportive, stable, and empowering environment for children and older teenagers.

Our Mission:

At Lily Residential Services, we believe that every child deserves a safe, stable, and loving home. Our mission is to foster a positive environment where children can heal, grow, and thrive. We are committed to delivering high-quality care that supports the emotional, psychological, and educational needs of each child.

Our Approach:

We integrate a holistic, trauma-informed approach to care, ensuring that our services are both comprehensive and personalised. Our team of highly trained professionals employs evidence-based therapeutic interventions to address the unique needs of each child. We focus on building strong, trusting relationships and creating a supportive community that promotes resilience and personal growth.

As a Residential Childcare Specialist, you will also:

• Ensuring the physical and emotional safety of the child by maintaining a secure and supportive environment.
• Developing strong, trusting relationships with the child to provide emotional support and stability.
• Implementing therapeutic techniques and interventions as part of a care plan.
• Maintaining accurate and detailed records of the childs progress, behaviours, and any incidents.
• Supporting the childs educational needs, including helping with homework and liaising with schools.
• Participating in regular training sessions to stay updated on best practices in child care, behaviour management, and therapeutic interventions.
• Engaging in reflective practice to continually improve the quality of care provided.
• Acting as an advocate for the child's needs and rights within the home and in interactions with external agencies.
• Empowering the child by involving them in decisions about their care and encouraging self-advocacy skills.
• Engage in enriching activities and assist with daily tasks.
• Work in shifts, including weekends and sleep-in shifts, to ensure round-the-clock support.

About You:

• You are passionate about making a difference in childrens lives.
• Ideally you will have experience in a children's home setting and hold, or are working towards, a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• However, we welcome those new to the field who can demonstrate a strong passion towards improving children's lives and a desire to develop a vocation in childcare (Full training will be provided).
• You are reliable, compassionate, and have excellent communication skills.
• A driving license is required.

Commitment to you:

At Lily Residential Services, we believe that providing continued training for our employees is crucial to ensuring the highest standards of care. We are committed to investing in our staffs development, offering comprehensive training programs and ongoing support. We want our staff to feel valued and empowered to grow within their roles, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence in care.

Why Lily Residential Services?

• Supportive Environment: We foster a culture of support and professional development.
• Recognition: Your relevant training and experience are valued and reflected in your starting salary.
• Equal Opportunities: We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.
• Accredited Employer: Proudly Investors in People accredited.

Important Information:

• We are unable to sponsor applicants from overseas - you must have the right to work in the UK and a 5 year UK checkable work history
• Lily Residential Services is committed to safeguarding and therefore operate a robust safer recruitment process. You will be required to have a clear enhances DBS check.
• We will require a full employment history, with any employment gaps explained. With 5 year UK work history that is checkable to meet Ofsted Regulations.
• Lily Residential Services are an equal opportunities employer.

Join Us: Ready to make a difference? For a friendly chat and more information, please contact Chris Leyland on 01305 239 824. To apply, submit your CV.

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