Job Description

About Us

Fantastic opportunity to join our rapidly growing team at Aspire Children Services. We provide an exceptional level of care for vulnerable children and young people aged 8-17 across the Greater Manchester area. Our home has received an Ofsted rated

'Good'

and can accommodate up to two children with EBD. We are a developing company with great opportunities for career progression to Deputy Manager and Registered Manager position.

200

signing on bonus available

Commitment to Safeguarding

Aspire Children Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people in our care. All staff have a key role and responsibility in this area.

Requirements

The successful candidates will have:

A good understanding of the Children's Home Regulations and Quality standards. A good understanding of the Ofsted process and good knowledge of all current Children's Legislation. Some knowledge around the needs of children and young people with EBD/autism/CSE/CRE/county lines, and the support services required to ensure their needs are fully met. Strong communication skills with an ability to lead on shift. Good character and integrity with resilience that matches the demands of this challenging role.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

Level 3 Diploma or equivalent in Children and Young People's Workforce. Full UK Driving Licence. Flexibility to work on a rota basis including sleep-ins. At least 2 years experience in the Residential Children's Services sector or a similar setting working with children with challenging behaviour. At least 1 year of experience leading shifts in a children's residential setting.

Staff Benefits

On-site parking. Great work-life balance with our condensed working rota and sleep-ins. Opportunities for career progression as the business has exciting growth plans over the next few years.

Job Type:

Full-time

Schedule:

Monday to Sunday Overtime Weekends

Experience:

Residential Childcare: 2 years (required) Supervisory: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required) Level 3 - Children and Young People (required)

Salary:

32,000

to

38,000

(dependent on experience), PLUS 60 per sleep

Work Location:

In person

If you are passionate about helping children and young people reach their full potential and meet the essential requirements, we would love to hear from you. Join our team at Aspire Children Services and make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people. Apply today!
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to 38,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Employee discount Flexitime On-site parking Referral programme
Schedule:

Day shift Night shift
Ability to commute/relocate:

Altrincham, Greater Manchester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:

Experience with children: 1 year (required)
Language:

Fluent English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required) Level 3/4 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Senior Children's Residential Support Worker