We have an urgent opportunity for 2 Waking Night Female staff to pick up regular shifts Mon - Sun. Shifts are available from this Wednesday to be covered.
There are 2 homes based in IP7 and due to limited/no public transport, staff would need to be a driver or transport needs to be arranged accordingly due to picking up night shifts.
Below requirements are MUST for the staff to be selected for the shifts.
*Must be a female aged over 21 (ideally over 25)
*Mandatory training PLUS must be trained in safeguarding, first aid, medication, food hygiene, fire safety as a minimum
*Be working towards or have achieved a Level 3 Diploma in Residential children’s homes, or equivalent as stated in Ofsted childrens homes quality standards.
*Be confident in working alone in a challenging environment (working with females aged between 11-17 that have emotional and behavioural needs)
*Preferably trained in Team Teach de-escalation and physical intervention - young people are extremely challenging.
*Working hours are 22.00 - 08.00
*Casual attire
*Night duties will include tidying and maintaining the home/prep for next day
Staff must be experienced in children’s services and challenging behaviour.
Compliance and training will be in line with OFSTED regulations. As part of this, a safer recruitment check will need to be done by the agency.