Senior Residential Childcare Officer - Warwick House

Location

Warwick House, Acocks Green, Birmingham. Hybrid role; requires right to work documents for the UK. Sponsorship is not supported.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with learning disabilities, autism, complex health conditions, and challenging behaviour?

We are seeking experienced Residential Child Care Officers and Night Wake Officers to join our supportive and nurturing team. Our aim is to create a nurturing environment where children can develop the skills and confidence they need for everyday life. We support children with emotional well being, health, and social needs, tailoring our care to meet their individual requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people to thrive in a safe, nurturing, and structured environment.
• Develop and implement personalised care plans that reflect each child's individual needs, preferences, and goals.
• Help children express their wishes and feelings confidently using a variety of communication methods and visual aids.
• Collaborate with parents, schools, social workers, and other professionals to promote consistency and positive developmental outcomes.
• Encourage independence by supporting children with everyday life skills such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, and self care.
• Plan and deliver meaningful activities tailored to each child's abilities and interests.
• Work in a 24 hour service, including shifts, some weekends, and bank holidays.
• Contribute to a team focused on safeguarding and risk assessment.

Qualifications

• Ability to supervise and manage groups of disabled children who may have emotional and behavioural difficulties.
• Ability to assess risk and monitor arrangements in place to safeguard children.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with experience in using communication aids.
• A compassionate and patient approach, with a commitment to providing high quality care.
• Ability to work collaboratively with co workers, a range of professionals and stakeholders.
• Relevant qualifications in childcare are desirable.
• Ability to work flexibly, including participation in an "on call" rota.

Benefits

• A generous annual leave package of 30 days, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years.
• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme, allowing you to drive a brand new car for an affordable fixed monthly amount.
• Free on site parking at our offices on One Avenue Road (Aston) and Lifford House (Stirchley), with onsite electric car charging ports free to use.
• Full access to our amazing internal employee benefits scheme including occupational health services, rewards schemes, benefits discounts (including the Blue Light Card), health & fitness and personal wellbeing support.
• A generous local government career average pension scheme in line with the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Safeguarding

This role includes safeguarding responsibilities and may require a DBS check. The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined by the specific responsibilities and level of contact with children and young people.