Residential Childcare Officer

Your New Company
You will be working within the Cardiff region at one of their children and young persons residential settings. They have a firm belief that every child and young person, no matter their ability or situation, deserve to enjoy engaging activities with other young people all while receiving expert care and attention. You will be working for an authority which is Open an honest about the difficulties people face and allow those to have their say on what is important to them; they champion Fairness and Together, they work with communities to offer the best service they can to those who really need it. If you hold the same visions of care and passion for those more vulnerable than us - this is the post for you.

Your New Role

Supporting children aged 6 - 18 with emotional behaviour disorder and/or complex needs in one of 3 active services in Cardiff
To safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people
Ensuring an inclusive and fair environment for a diversity of backgrounds/ situations/ abilities
Adhering to personal care plans which have been drawn up after assessing needs and goals of the placement
Adhering to strict health and safety practice to ensure the wellbeing of the children and young people
Building rapport and empowering the children and young people to reach their potential
Building rapport and good relationships with the families
Produce and maintain accurate record keeping in accordance with GDPR
Adopting a child-centred approach to provide the best care to children and young people with complex health / emotional needs
Carry out elements of personal care if required
What You'll Need to Succeed

Child-centred approach to care
Positive attitude to care
Previous experience within children's social care or transferrable skill role is desirable.
Full UK driving licence
NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care is desirable, but you do have the option to work towards it.
Basic understanding of children's human rights and safeguarding is essential.
Experience working within a multi-agency environment is desirable.
Self-motivation and determination to grow and succeed together
Enhanced DBS check (Update Service DBS' desirable for swifter onboarding)
What you'll get in return:

Expert recruiting consultant to guide you through and beyond the process
37 hours per week full time role
30% enhancement on hourly rate after 8pm on weekdays
50% enhancement on hourly rate on weekends
Sleep in Allowance
Career progression via qualifications and promotion
Free enhanced DBS check
What you need to do now:

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