Residential Support Worker - Children's Homes
- Multiple Locations
- Full Time
- £25,992 - £27,711 per annum (plus enhancements up to £4,000 per annum)
Do you have the right values to make a difference to a child’s long-term future and positive outcomes? If you are dynamic, resilient, dedicated and enthusiastic, our children would really benefit from your support.
We are currently recruiting to a number of vacancies across our Children's Homes based in Honiton, Tiverton, Okehampton, Dartington and Exeter.
Working within our Children’s Homes is one of the most rewarding career choices you will make. If you have the drive and dedication, then you will enjoy an exciting and rewarding career with us.
Our Children’s Homes are registered with Ofsted and provide support for children and young people with complex needs, ensuring their individual care plans and needs are met.
The ethos of the service is to provide children with a home-from-home experience, enhance and promote their experiences and independence. You will also help to prepare them for the next stages of their life.
The role includes:
- Supporting children and young people achieve their personal wishes and goals
- Assisting with daily tasks and life skills
- Striving for aspirational outcomes for the children
- Creating a fun and positive atmosphere
- Organising and taking part in activities
- Being proactive and innovative in seeking new methods to engage
Personal qualities:
- Ability to engage and build positive relationships with children and young people
- Remaining calm in challenging situations
- Able to implement boundaries
- Able to adapt and respond quickly
This is an enjoyable and rewarding position for someone who is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children and their families.
Pay and enhancements:
37 hours per week, plus enhancements (up to £4,000 per year)
- Start rate is £13.47 per hour, rising to £14.36 per hour
- Overnight rate is £17.96 per hour, rising to £19.14 per hour
- Saturday rate is £20.20 per hour, rising to £21.54 per hour
- Sunday and bank holiday rate is £26.94 per hour, rising to £28.72 per hour
We work on a 3 shift per 24 hours basis (AM/PM/Nights or sleep ins) and our homes are open up to 365 days a year.
Please ensure when completing your application form that you provide a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as described in the job description. Applications may not be taken forwards if the supporting statement is not adequately completed.
When completing your application, please ensure you indicate which location(s) you are interested in.
Please note:
- The ability to drive with access to your own vehicle, a valid UK driving licence and business insurance is essential to the role.
- We cannot offer Visa sponsorship for this post.
Please see the job description for full information about this position, or contact Holly Wilschere-Green for an informal discussion via email: holly.wilschere-green@devon.gov.uk
Interviews for these roles will take place on 20th of February 2025.
If you do not hear back within 7 days of the closing date, then you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Internal Applicants, please note: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply.
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- DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages.
- Happy to Talk Flexible Working - The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.
- We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
- This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
- Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice.
- For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page.
- This role requires a DBS disclosure.
Reference: REQ007308
Support Services for Young People
Job Details
- OrganisationDevon County Council
- Work LocationExeterEast DevonWest DevonMid DevonSouth HamsDevon
- Work Postcode
Various locations across Devon
- Reference
REQ007308
- Occupational GroupSocial Care & Health
- Salary Details
£25,992 - £27,711 per annum (plus enhancements up to £4,000 per annum)
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypeFull Time
- Hours
37 hours per week
- Closing Date
14/02/2025
- DBS Check Required
Yes