Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Surrey County Council is offering a rewarding role as a Children’s Residential Worker. This permanent position comes with a competitive starting salary of £29,697 per annum for a 36-hour workweek, with additional pay for weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-in duties.
Surrey County Council values its employees and offers numerous benefits, including:
- 26 days of annual leave, increasing with service
- Option to purchase up to 10 extra days of annual leave
- Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support your health and wellbeing
- Up to 5 days of carer’s leave each year
- Generous local government pension scheme
- Discounts on lifestyle expenses, including gym memberships, travel, and shopping
- Paid volunteering days
Our Residential Workers transform our houses into homes, providing a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for children. The role includes creating and maintaining meaningful care plans, coordinating activities and holidays, and building effective relationships with the children and partner organizations.
If you are resilient, compassionate, and ready to face both rewarding and challenging situations, this role could be perfect for you. You will be supported to achieve the mandatory Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare within two years, opening up opportunities for career progression.
The role requires candidates to be 22 years or older, have lived in the UK for at least three years, and hold a valid driving license.
To apply, submit your CV and answer a few questions about your motivation and relevant experience. If shortlisted, you will be invited for a virtual interview followed by an in-person interview at one of our homes.
The application deadline is 24th July 2024. Join us in making a real difference in young people’s lives and build a fulfilling career in childcare.
Surrey County Council is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from all underrepresented groups. We offer a guaranteed interview to all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role and have chosen to disclose their disability on the application form.
If you’re looking for a challenging yet incredibly rewarding career where you can truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and start your journey with Surrey County Council.
