Residential Care Worker

Overview

There’s nothing more rewarding than helping someone believe in themselves and have the confidence to celebrate their own uniqueness and achieve success that is personal to them. At Horizon, we live up to our values, and we value our people. We are proud to be one of the most innovative providers of young people’s residential care and education in the UK.Horizon Care and Education have an opportunity for a

Children''s Residential Support Worker

to join our team.Responsibilities

As a

Children’s Residential Support Worker , you will support young people in the many different aspects of daily life within our homes including:Helping young people continue with hobbies, social activities, and friendships, and learn new skills.Provide day-to-day care and create a safe, homely, therapeutic environment. Providing support with daily routines such as getting ready for school and ensuring healthy and balanced meals.Ensuring the young person has a safe space to relax and unwind within the home.Supporting our young people to reach their potential and experience new opportunities.Supporting young people\''s development through stimulating activities and consistent care.Building meaningful relationships and ensuring safeguarding needs are met.Working collaboratively with other professionals and contributing to care planning.What we’re looking for

Full UK Manual Driving licence is essential to be able to take our children to school, appointments and activities.Ability to be a great role model to looked-after children.Ability to build trusting relationships.A genuine care and compassion to work with looked-after children.Flexibility to work shifts that include evenings, weekends and sleep-ins.Willingness to complete a Level 3 qualification in Children\''s and Young People Workforce.Why work for us?

Access to Tastecard, Bluelight card and MyGym discountsReal Living Wage employerCompetitive pay ratesChristmas bonusGenerous Refer a Friend SchemeFinancial wellbeing serviceLife AssuranceOngoing training and professional development plus High quality CPD opportunitiesComprehensive induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction periodFace-to-face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programmeEmployee assistance programme – free, confidential supportLooking after your wellbeing - supporting you to feel good about what you do. We’re in this togetherSupportive management and senior leadersJob details

Seniority level: Entry levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: OtherIndustries: Hospitals and Health ..... full job details .....