Bank Residential Children's Support Worker

Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in December 2023, Rainbows Corner Children's Home is a 5 bedded Children's Home in Brampton, Rotherham that provide care, support and nurture to up to 5 Children with physical or intellectual disabilities including learning disabilities, Autism, and can display some associated behaviours. Many of our children face challenges with their communication which is supported by a dedicated staff team and the use of PECs and Makaton.

We have an established team and 5 long term residents who are thriving. We are now looking to add to that team and are looking for caring, committed and enthusiastic individuals who will share the same passion for children and young people.

At Rainbows Corner it is imperative and important that our children enjoy new and varied experiences that encourage them to be the best version of themselves and that any disability is not seen as a barrier but an opportunity for inspirational outside the box thinking.

We hold a belief that no child should be disadvantaged and that all children are part of the community, enjoying all that this offers including celebrations and events. We are committed to breaking stigma's around disabilities and ensuring our children and others people with disabilities have every opportunity to live their best lives.

We are now looking to expand our pool of Bank Support Workers to support our children and young people. Our Bank Pool do not have guaranteed or set hours, but are available on an "as and when" basis to help support our children during times of staff holidays and sickness, ensuring opportunities for them to live their best lives are not negatively effected by these external factors.

Job Title: Bank Children's Residential Support Worker

Responsibilities:

• Provide support and care to children with physical or intellectual disabilities
• Assist with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation, and medication administration
• Promote independence and encourage our children to participate in social and recreational activities
• Maintain accurate documentation of care and services provided including management of finances and budgeting
• Collaborate with a multiagency team of social care and healthcare professionals as well as education provisions to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Ensure the safety and well-being of our children at all times
• Attend and/or transport children to meetings, activities, social events, holidays and more to ensure our children have the opportunity to make memories and partake in a full range of childhood experiences.

Essential:

• Experience of working with Children and Young People
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate and patient demeanour
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of individuals
• Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable:

• Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young Peoples Residential Care
• Experience of working with children with intellectual and physical disabilities
• Experience of working with children in a Residential Setting
• Have a working knowledge of the Children Home Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with disabilities, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.

Rainbows Corner Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer. The company is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status, genetic information or parental status. We base all our employment decisions on merit, job requirements and business needs. We are a Disability Confident committed employer.

Job Types: Part-time, Zero hours contract

Pay: £11.44 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 37 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Flexitime
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Performance bonus
• Yearly bonus

Experience:

• Residential Childcare: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (preferred)
• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person