Young People 12 – 17 years old

From £21,210 to £22,220 dependent on Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent

40 hours per week, shift work

Kilburn (NW2)

St Christopher’s Approach

At St Christopher’s Fellowship, Social Pedagogy is our core philosophy of care, drawing together theories and concepts from related disciplines such as sociology, psychology, education, philosophy, medical sciences and social work. Our use of social pedagogy centres on attachment theory and building positive relationships with young people to bring out their inner “diamond”.

We make sure our actions reflect our values. Working in this way allows us to build trust and empower people to do their best, whatever their role.

At St Christopher’s having the right people and investing in their development is crucial. Our Training Team, alongside the Home Managers, ensure that each member of staff has a detailed development plan that matches the work they do and equips them to be knowledgeable, creative, calm, supportive and confident in whatever situation comes their way.

About the Role

As a Children’s Residential Worker you will be involved in the direct day to day support of young people aged 12 to 17, joining in with activities, coaching on life skills, helping with homework and being a positive role model. You will also complete detailed records, write reports and assist with the general upkeep of the home. Key working for one or two of the young people will be expected.

Applicants should have:

• Experience of working with Young People in a residential setting
• Have the ability to build genuine and trusting relationships with young people
• Have the resilience to cope with challenging behaviour and circumstances
• Be able to motivate young people and encourage their independence
• Have high personal and professional standards
• Flexibility to undertake shift working including evenings, weekends and bank holidays, and occasional sleep-ins.
• Hold a vocational qualification at a minimum of level 3, particularly Diploma Level 3 for Residential Childcare is highly desirable

In return we offer:

• Salary £21,210 to £22,220, depending on qualifications and experience, rising incrementally to £24,947 based on performance.
• Industry Leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children’s right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health, Social Pedagogy, Residential Practitioner plus mandatory training
• Wide range of employee benefits, excellent contributory pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Interest-free season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme, childcare vouchers.
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 27 days after 3 years’ service.
• Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services.

“We are looking for someone who is full of life, ideas, creativity and energy but has lived life, can find interesting ways to share their knowledge and inspire us to great things. We have a lot to offer the world, but sometimes it is locked deep inside us and has not yet found a way out. We want someone who can help us find a key to unlock our potential. It won’t always be easy and it might not always go to plan, but the bumps in the road are things that you learn from and we are looking for someone who is brave enough to get involved and enjoy the good times with us but laugh at the mistakes too” “So, what are you waiting for? Apply now!”

Recruitment Process

At St Christopher’s we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements.

Applicants will ideally already be on the DBS Update Service; if this is not the case St Christopher’s will carry out a DBS (police) check prior to starting.

Your on-line application must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria given in the Person Specification.

For more information or assistance during the application process, please contact recruitment@stchris.org.uk

Closing date: 8th December

Interview date: 12th December

Please bear in mind that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

St Christopher’s is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.