Job Description

Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of children in and around Doncaster?

We are currently seeking to recruit Residential Child Care Officers to work within new and existing Children's Homes which include Good and Outstanding Homes.

Homes benefit from management teams who have a wealth of experience and knowledge. Regular supervision and an extensive training packages are on offer.

Location-Doncaster

Salary

£28,176 - £31,101. pro-rata

The Role:

This role offers the chance to work in a rewarding environment where your impact can change lives.

You will work sensitively as a team member in providing a warm, caring, enabling environment designed to meet the emotional, social and physical needs of looked after children and young people.

You must have experience or be able to evidence transferrable skills of working with young people who will present with complex behaviours which on occasions can be difficult. You must be willing to advocate for children and demonstrate a "good parent role".

What We're Looking For:

• A genuine passion for working with children and young people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility and resilience to work within a rota that includes weekends and unsocial hours.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

What's in it for you?

• Be part of a dedicated and passionate team making a real impact on children's lives.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package which includes up to 33 days annual leave this excludes the UK public holidays which are in addition and the ability to sign up to South Yorkshire Pension Authority.

The role of the Residential Child Care Officer is a demanding but rewarding post.

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