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Senior Child Care Officer
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Birmingham Children's Trust
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 dedicated and experienced Residential Child Care 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 day-to-day life. We support children with emotional well-being, health, and social needs, tailoring our care to meet their individual requirements.
Role Overview
As our Residential Child Care Officer, you will play a vital role in supporting children and young people to thrive in a safe, nurturing, and structured environment. You will:
- Develop and implement personalised care plans that reflect each child’s individual needs, preferences, and goals, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.
- Use a variety of communication methods and visual aids to help children express their wishes and feelings confidently.
- Work collaboratively 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, while planning and delivering meaningful activities tailored to each child’s abilities and interests.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and manage groups of disabled children who may have emotional and behavioural difficulties.
- Assess risk and monitor arrangements in place to safeguard children.
- Work flexibly, including participation in an “on-call” rota.
Requirements
- Strong organisation 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.
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Our Benefits
- A generous annual leave package of 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years of service.
- Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme which gives you the chance to drive a brand-new car for an affordable fixed monthly amount as part of a salary sacrifice initiative.
- Free on-site parking at our offices on One Avenue Road (Aston) and Lifford House (Stirchley).
- 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 and much more!
- A generous local government career average pension scheme in line with the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Onboarding Process
Please note as part of our onboarding process, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a series of background checks with Experian including Experian DBS, Right to Work, and Digital ID verification. These are essential pre-employment requirements.
Why Join Us?
- Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.
- Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.
- Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
- Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.
Our Values
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We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected. We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people. We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.
Safeguarding
At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people. The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.
If you’re a passionate, experienced childcare professional ready to help shape young lives while driving high standards of care, we’d love to hear from you!
For further information please contact Daniel ODowd (Residential Manager) Daniel.ODowd@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk
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