Are you a compassionate and resilient individual with a passion for supporting young people? Bristol City Council is actively recruiting for dedicated Residential Child Care Workers to join our dynamic Placement Services team. This isn't just a job; it's a chance to provide high-quality care and support that truly makes a difference in a child's life.

Job Title: Residential Child Care Worker

Employer: Bristol City Council

Salary: £28,163

About the Role

As a Residential Child Care Worker, you'll be an integral part of shaping and delivering our residential home's Statement of Purpose. You will be responsible for the health, well-being, and safety of our children, building strong, nurturing relationships, and acting as an advocate for them as they journey through care and into independence.

Your daily duties will include:

• Holistic Support: Helping young people with their personal hygiene, nutrition, and medication, while also encouraging their participation in leisure and meaningful activities.

• Building Trust: Taking the time to understand each child's unique background and experiences, and building positive professional relationships with them, their families, and other professionals.

• Maintaining a Safe Environment: Ensuring our homes are secure, clean, and well-presented. This includes undertaking domestic chores and essential health and safety checks.

• Team Collaboration: Working closely with managers and colleagues, sharing responsibilities, and contributing to a supportive team environment.

• Professional Development: Attending team meetings, supervisions, and appraisals to continuously grow your skills and knowledge.

Working with Us

This is a full-time, 37-hour-per-week role with a flexible shift pattern that includes day shifts, late shifts, and overnight "sleeps." You'll have two days off per week, with a guaranteed weekend off every other week.

We offer a competitive package that includes:

• A starting salary of BG8 spinal column 12 £28,163 and will progress yearly one column until SPC16 £30,060

• Staff can earn up to £3000 extra on sleeps

• Entitlement to WAP category 2 with £5.26 extra for every extra hour completed on top of the hourly rate

• A generous 20% employer contribution to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).

• 25 days of annual leave, rising to 30 days after five years of service, plus all bank and public holidays.

Who We're Looking For

You must have:

• Experience working with children in a paid or voluntary capacity, especially those who exhibit challenging behaviours.

• A relevant qualification (NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children & Young People, or Health and Social Care, or a Level 3 Diploma for Children & Young People's Workforce) or a willingness to complete one.

• The ability to work under pressure, calmly handle challenging situations, and write clear, accurate reports.

• A working knowledge of Microsoft 365 or similar applications.

• The capacity for independent travel and driving duties is desirable.

Apply Now!

If you are interested in making a change, apply now! For an informal discussion regarding the role, do not hesitate to contact Fahmida Ahmed at 07441 927663.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.