Residential Childcare Officer

Overview

Do you want to work in a meaningful role supporting children to meet their individual needs and overcome challenges helping them to live full and happy lives?

About The Service

In addition to making a positive impact on the lives of Cardiff Council's children, there are generous enhancements paid for evenings, weekend working, Bank Holidays and sleeping in duties, additional to your salary.

You will receive an additional salary enhancement of 30% after 8pm weekdays, 50% weekends and £40.80 per sleep in.

Cardiff can offer an opportunity to work across Cardiff Council's various children’s homes giving you the opportunity to gain and grow your experience working alongside a variety of professionals.

Cardiff Council can offer flexible working hours, whether you are looking for part time or full-time work which could fit around your personal lifestyle.

Ensuring the right staff are matched to the right child or young person is at the forefront of the services Cardiff Council deliver.

About the Job

Cardiff Council is looking to recruit to one of Cardiff’s new Children’s Homes currently being set up, you will be expected to work at this home and support other Children’s homes as needed.

It takes a special type of person to dedicate their career to supporting others. Your patience, empathy and caring nature would make you the ideal person to support individuals across Cardiff Council's homes.

Cardiff Council need staff members with a can-do attitude, that are willing to go above and beyond for the young people in their care.

Your role will involve:

• Providing direct care and effective support to young people.
• Helping children and young people achieve positive outcomes.
• Supporting the education plans for children, including homework and other educational activities.
• Participating fully in the caring and supported living environment.

What Cardiff Council is Looking For From You

As a Residential Childcare Officer, you will play an essential part in providing direct care and support to young people to enable them to achieve positive outcomes in line with their childcare personal plan.

In return for your skills and commitment you will receive:

• Competitive annual leave entitlements and pension plans.
• Help and support to complete:
• All Wales Induction Framework (Social Care Wales).
• Level 2 Children and Young People (Core) qualification.
• Level 3 Children and Young People (Practice) qualification.
• Continual professional development and progression within the service.
• Regular training opportunities.
• Access to Care First staff well-being services.

Company Culture

Cardiff Council's homes aim to provide a nurturing and positive environment where children can thrive. Cardiff Council is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of all children and vulnerable adults.