Residential Support Workers and Shift Leaders

Majestic Family Services is a successful, expanding Kent based Residential Parenting Assessment Centre providing specialist parenting assessments for Local Authorities and the Courts. The quality of our assessments has been graded as ‘Outstanding’ in our most recent Ofsted Inspection.

The role of the available positions is to provide safety, support, care, guidance through direct work with families who are placed with us for assessment. A large part of the role involves detailed monitoring and recording as well as helping parents to demonstrate 'good enough' parenting. This is a great base role for professionals who may wish to move in residential care, social work, early years, nursing, or more therapy/psychology based roles. We are looking for dynamic and positive individuals to join our fun and hard working team of professionals.

• We are currently offering full time contracts working within a rota system which includes shift work and possible sleep-ins.
• Salary range - £8- £12 per hour based on experience and qualifications
• Fantastic development opportunities for staff and a high level of training provided in house and by leading experts. This includes a focus on attachment and child development.

Person Specification
Essential
• Due to Ofsted Regulations, all employees must be over 21 years of age;
• Physically fit and able to carry out physical intervention when necessary
• Resilient and motivated person
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Calm, approachable manner, adaptable and non-judgemental
• Able to work under own initiative and as part of a team
• Basic housekeeping and cooking skills

Desirable
• GCSE in Maths and English at C Grade or above
• NVQ or Diploma Level 3 in Children and Young People’s Workforce or equivalent
• Previous experience in working in a residential care setting or with children and families
• Any relevant or transferrable skills, such as First Aid trained
• Ability to drive and hold a full driving licence
• Knowledge of Child Protection and Safeguarding

We are looking for candidates who are passionate about improving the lives and outcomes for children and their families.
Majestic Family Services is committed to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of children & young people. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, an employment background check, satisfactory references & verification of right to work in the UK.

All applicants are required to complete an application form at our website (job opportunities page) www.majesticfs.co.uk or contact the Serena Bartram on 01843 821188. CV’s will not be considered without an application form.