Residential Care Worker

Level 8 (£34,811-£37,563 per annum, pro rata, plus allowances as appropriate)

Hours: Average 37 or 18.5 hours per week on a rota,

including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep-ins

This advert is open to both internal and external

applicants.

We are a city of

strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke-on-Trent

City Council is more than just a job; it is about making, protecting and

improving services for local people, reducing inequalities and improving

independence for those who live and work in the city. That is where you come

in. We are looking for people of the highest calibre, with the skills,

knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision.

City Council's diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset. The

skills, knowledge and experience of our employees are essential to delivering

our ambitions for the organisation and the city. We want to be an employer

people are proud to work for, where staff are supported, developed and rewarded

in an inclusive way that helps them excel and deliver the high-quality services

our residents need.

Further

information on why work for us.

We are growing and

developing our Children and Families workforce as part of an ambitious

programme of service transformation. We are looking for talented, committed and

values-led professionals to join us.

Care Worker within our Small Group Homes and Woodview service, you will provide

high-quality, individualised care and support to children and young people.

Using restorative and relationship-based practice, you will build trusting

relationships, contribute to care and therapeutic support plans, promote

children’s safety, education, health and identity, and help them develop the

skills and confidence they need for the future. You may also provide outreach

support in the community or a child’s family home.

children and a strong commitment to high standards of care and positive

outcomes.

Health and Social Care for Children and Young People, or the willingness to

achieve an equivalent qualification within two years of appointment.

1989 and an understanding of the Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality

Standards.

and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective

relationships and maintain accurate records.

part of a team, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and rostered

sleep-ins.

anti-discriminatory and relationship-based practice, ongoing learning and

reflective supervision.

support in line with each child’s placement, care, risk and therapeutic support

plans.

act as a positive role model and support children’s identity, emotional

wellbeing and participation.

appropriately to disclosures, missing episodes, exploitation risks and

behaviour that challenges.

community involvement, independence and practical life skills, including

nutritious meal preparation.

social workers, education colleagues and other professionals, including through

outreach support where required.

assessments, daily records and logs, and contribute fully to reviews, meetings,

supervision and training.

children’s safety, stability, confidence and future independence.

service committed to therapeutic parenting, restorative practice and

high-quality care.

childcare career through reflective supervision, specialist training and

continuous professional development.

What we

offer

part-time opportunities, with a salary of £34,811-£37,563 per annum, pro rata,

plus applicable allowances.

12.5% shift allowance and sleep-in payments, as determined by the home worked

in.

Pension Scheme.

33 days after five years' continuous service, plus bank holidays, pro rata.

Further

information on our Rewards and Benefits can be found online.

Want to

know more?

If you would like

lee.davies@stoke.gov.uk

Please note that having the right to work in the UK is an essential

requirement for this role, as we are unable to provide sponsorship for this

position. As part of the interview, you will be required to show your right to

work in the UK.

Pre-employment checks

Any offer of

employment will be subject to the successful completion of required

professional qualifications or registrations.

level.

We are committed

to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and

vulnerable adults, and we expect all employees and volunteers to share this

commitment. This position is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act

1974 and the successful applicant will be subject to a criminal record check

from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

information

If an employee who

is currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation applies for this

vacancy, their application will receive priority. If this happens, you will be

advised accordingly.

Your career

matters here. At Stoke-on-Trent City Council, we are committed to helping our

people thrive. From competitive pay and a supportive working environment to

opportunities for development and career progression, we invest in our

workforce because we know it is our greatest asset. We are building an

inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve, where everyone

is welcomed, valued and encouraged to make a difference.

Equality,

City Council, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our

community, and we want our workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications

from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We understand that some people,

especially those from underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may

hesitate to apply if they do not meet every listed requirement. If this role

interests you and you think you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.

We are proud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a

workplace where everyone feels included, can be themselves and can succeed

together.

Please create

or log in to your account and click 'apply'. If you have any queries or need an

application form in another format, email recruitment@stoke.gov.uk

or call 01782 238189.