Residential Worker

Residential Worker Location: Buckie, Moray Hours: Permanent, Full-Time (working 37 hours a week) Salary: £24,500 per annum, salary dependent on qualification and experience How do Action for Children work? Action for Children does what's right, does what's needed and does what works for children in the UK. Every year, our team changes the lives of 301,000 children, young people and families. We provide quality residential care for up to 12 young people across Moray aged 11 - 18 years who cannot live at home and who are not yet able to live independently. 2 of the houses are purpose built small children's homes which opened in 1998 & 1999, are owned and managed by Action for Children and the third house is owned by Moray council and leased by Action for Children We aim to provide a secure and nurturing environment in which young people feel safe, can discover their value and worth as individuals and gain a sense of their own self. They are encouraged to participate fully in the decision making process and given opportunities to help and support one another. This is achieved by stressing the positive roles of care and focuses on the needs and rights of the young people. We adopt a flexible approach to all aspects of care You'll be working 37 hours a week on a 24/7 shift rota basis including weekends, evenings and sleep-ins (including bank holidays and the festive season). How will you make a difference? By having the ability to work flexibly. To be able to cope well under pressure. By building strong relationships with the young people you are working with. By being committed to taking residential trips with young people. By promoting a safe environment, where young people can thrive and try out new experiences and have fun. By advocating on behalf of the children and young people By becoming part of the staff team and providing support for young people during their stay By working as part of a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency team What will you need? Flexibility to work as part of a rota Previous experience of working in a residential life space SVQ Level 3 in children and young people and a HNC in social care or the willingness to work towards this (salary dependant on qualifications and experience) Experience of working in a residential life space, ideally with experience of key working responsibilities. Ability to work under pressure while maintaining drive and enthusiasm Comprehensive knowledge of child development and attachment. To be able to effectively and safely deal with children and young people with challenging behaviour Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Good knowledge of IT and ability to work confidently using it - specifically word and email Ability to write reports electronically and be committed to the requirement of using technology Good knowledge of Safeguarding, and keeping young people safe To be SSSC registered Own car / access to a car or vehicle desirable How will we reward you? Minimum 29 days' holiday Flexible working, including maternity, paternity and adoption packages Season ticket travel loans Company pension scheme Discounts at major high street retailers. Plus, there's a lot more besides. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to vulnerable children's lives and to build a fulfilling and meaningful career with a leading UK children's charity. Action for Children is committed to safer recruitment practices, designed to protect the welfare of the children and young people using our services. Apply now For any questions about this role, please contact Please note: Due to the current climate, please be aware that interviews may potentially be delayed or carried out in a non face to face format. Guidant is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.