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via Teaching Vacancies - GOV.UK
posted_at: 4 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Training, qualifications and experience:
• Qualified teacher status
• Good honours degree or equivalent
• Professional development, including subject specific training
• A successful record as a classroom teacher
• Teaching experience in more than one secondary school or college
• At least three years teaching experience in the secondary phase (upon taking up post)
• Completed or currently working towards NPQLT
Professional knowledge
Training, qualifications and experience:
• Qualified teacher status
• Good honours degree or equivalent
• Professional development, including subject specific training
• A successful record as a classroom teacher
• Teaching experience in more than one secondary school or college
• At least three years teaching experience in the secondary phase (upon taking up post)
• Completed or currently working towards NPQLT
Professional knowledge and understanding:
• Excellent subject knowledge
• Current educational issues especially related to the KS3 and KS4 science curriculum
• Knowledge of how to improve teaching, learning and assessment
• Effective strategies for leading and managing departmental evaluation and improvement
• Ability to use data effectively to prompt intervention and promote pupil progress
• Ability to share quality practice with the team
• The management of staff, including professional development Show more details...
• Qualified teacher status
• Good honours degree or equivalent
• Professional development, including subject specific training
• A successful record as a classroom teacher
• Teaching experience in more than one secondary school or college
• At least three years teaching experience in the secondary phase (upon taking up post)
• Completed or currently working towards NPQLT
Professional knowledge and understanding:
• Excellent subject knowledge
• Current educational issues especially related to the KS3 and KS4 science curriculum
• Knowledge of how to improve teaching, learning and assessment
• Effective strategies for leading and managing departmental evaluation and improvement
• Ability to use data effectively to prompt intervention and promote pupil progress
• Ability to share quality practice with the team
• The management of staff, including professional development Show more details...
via Teaching Vacancies - GOV.UK
posted_at: 10 days agoschedule_type: Part-time
St Christopher’s Primary School
Part of the Diocese of Ely Multi-Academy Trust (DEMAT)
is seeking to appoint a Part-Time
Teaching Assistant
Payscale: Salary: Grade 2/ Point 2 (£22,366 FTE per annum approx. £7,755 pro rata)
Monday to Friday
15 hours per week/39 weeks per year
Hours of work: Monday to Friday 12.00pm to 3.00pm
You will be required to undertake the role of a Midday Supervisor each day
Commencing: ASAP
St Christopher’s
St Christopher’s Primary School
Part of the Diocese of Ely Multi-Academy Trust (DEMAT)
is seeking to appoint a Part-Time
Teaching Assistant
Payscale: Salary: Grade 2/ Point 2 (£22,366 FTE per annum approx. £7,755 pro rata)
Monday to Friday
15 hours per week/39 weeks per year
Hours of work: Monday to Friday 12.00pm to 3.00pm
You will be required to undertake the role of a Midday Supervisor each day
Commencing: ASAP
St Christopher’s Primary has an exciting opportunity for a committed teaching assistant to join a vibrant team of enthusiastic, hardworking individuals. We would love you to take your place with us in this fantastic role!
About You
The ideal candidate will be an individual who:
teaching assistant qualification and/or proven experience of working with children in a school setting
experience of working with children with challenging behaviour
experience in working with children who have special education needs
good English and maths skills (GCSE or equivalent... advisable)
ability to use IT equipment and computer programmes
be able to transition and track pupil progress through intervention
the willingness to undertake further training and development
Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Is enthusiastic, ambitious and serious about improving children’s life chances through education
Is highly organised, conscientious and able to set clear priorities when managing a busy workload
Can work cooperatively and communicate clearly with fellow colleagues, parents and pupils
Has a ‘can-do’ attitude and has the ability to use their initiative
Can work flexibly and professionally
About Role
We are looking for an experienced teaching assistant to join our team, working 15 hours per week, 39 weeks per year with the working hours required being 12noon to 3.00pm, Monday to Friday.
For further information about the role, please download the job description attached or visit our website: https://www.demat.org.uk/recruitment
About Us
St Christopher’s is part of the DEMAT family of schools who work in partnership towards the common goal of delivering an excellent education for our pupils and a supportive, enriching place to work for our staff.
We have recently undergone an Ofsted inspection and are proud to report we have gone from special measure to Good in just over two years. St Christopher’s is very proud to continue the great work that has been done to better the future lives of our children.
DEMAT is a large multi-academy Trust which consists of 40 primary academies and approximately 7,000 pupils. Our primary focus as a Trust is to ensure that every child in our schools receives a world-class education through a knowledge-rich curriculum which values the arts as well as what may be perceived as more academic subjects. We are unapologetic about holding the highest expectations for our children, for their outcomes as well as their behaviour and personal development. DEMATs vision is to; To learn. To know. To lead out. This sets out what we do as a Trust and how we work with our children to become confident within society and to develop as individuals. This is encapsulated in the DEMAT Promise and underpinned by our values of Love, Community, Trust, Respect and Ambition. To find out more about the Trust, please visit https://www.demat.org.uk/
If we sound like your perfect match, then we want to hear from you! In order to be considered please complete a full application on My New Term
If you choose to join us, our promise is to offer you:
Exceptional CPD with subject leadership and general network and buddying opportunities.
Career progression opportunities internally and/or across a large number of DEMAT schools.
A supportive work environment with a Trust that understands the importance of enhancing health and wellbeing at work with 24hour access to our Employee Assistant Programme
A generous pension and annual leave entitlement
Inclusive policies and practices
Well-behaved and enthusiastic children.
Strong links with the community and local church groups.
For more information, please download the job description attached or visit our website: https://www.stcprimary.suffolk.sch.uk/
Onsite visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged: to arrange an appointment please call 01638 750342 or email office@stcprimary.suffolk.sch.uk
Closing Date: Thursday 28 March 2024
(We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a suitable number of internal or external applications)
Interview Date: TBC
Safer Recruitment
The Diocese of Ely Multi Academy Trust (DEMAT) is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.
We do not discriminate against staff based on age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.
DEMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Please be aware that all shortlisted candidates will have an online search conducted as part of DEMATs due diligence checks in line with KCSIE Show more details...
Part of the Diocese of Ely Multi-Academy Trust (DEMAT)
is seeking to appoint a Part-Time
Teaching Assistant
Payscale: Salary: Grade 2/ Point 2 (£22,366 FTE per annum approx. £7,755 pro rata)
Monday to Friday
15 hours per week/39 weeks per year
Hours of work: Monday to Friday 12.00pm to 3.00pm
You will be required to undertake the role of a Midday Supervisor each day
Commencing: ASAP
St Christopher’s Primary has an exciting opportunity for a committed teaching assistant to join a vibrant team of enthusiastic, hardworking individuals. We would love you to take your place with us in this fantastic role!
About You
The ideal candidate will be an individual who:
teaching assistant qualification and/or proven experience of working with children in a school setting
experience of working with children with challenging behaviour
experience in working with children who have special education needs
good English and maths skills (GCSE or equivalent... advisable)
ability to use IT equipment and computer programmes
be able to transition and track pupil progress through intervention
the willingness to undertake further training and development
Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Is enthusiastic, ambitious and serious about improving children’s life chances through education
Is highly organised, conscientious and able to set clear priorities when managing a busy workload
Can work cooperatively and communicate clearly with fellow colleagues, parents and pupils
Has a ‘can-do’ attitude and has the ability to use their initiative
Can work flexibly and professionally
About Role
We are looking for an experienced teaching assistant to join our team, working 15 hours per week, 39 weeks per year with the working hours required being 12noon to 3.00pm, Monday to Friday.
For further information about the role, please download the job description attached or visit our website: https://www.demat.org.uk/recruitment
About Us
St Christopher’s is part of the DEMAT family of schools who work in partnership towards the common goal of delivering an excellent education for our pupils and a supportive, enriching place to work for our staff.
We have recently undergone an Ofsted inspection and are proud to report we have gone from special measure to Good in just over two years. St Christopher’s is very proud to continue the great work that has been done to better the future lives of our children.
DEMAT is a large multi-academy Trust which consists of 40 primary academies and approximately 7,000 pupils. Our primary focus as a Trust is to ensure that every child in our schools receives a world-class education through a knowledge-rich curriculum which values the arts as well as what may be perceived as more academic subjects. We are unapologetic about holding the highest expectations for our children, for their outcomes as well as their behaviour and personal development. DEMATs vision is to; To learn. To know. To lead out. This sets out what we do as a Trust and how we work with our children to become confident within society and to develop as individuals. This is encapsulated in the DEMAT Promise and underpinned by our values of Love, Community, Trust, Respect and Ambition. To find out more about the Trust, please visit https://www.demat.org.uk/
If we sound like your perfect match, then we want to hear from you! In order to be considered please complete a full application on My New Term
If you choose to join us, our promise is to offer you:
Exceptional CPD with subject leadership and general network and buddying opportunities.
Career progression opportunities internally and/or across a large number of DEMAT schools.
A supportive work environment with a Trust that understands the importance of enhancing health and wellbeing at work with 24hour access to our Employee Assistant Programme
A generous pension and annual leave entitlement
Inclusive policies and practices
Well-behaved and enthusiastic children.
Strong links with the community and local church groups.
For more information, please download the job description attached or visit our website: https://www.stcprimary.suffolk.sch.uk/
Onsite visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged: to arrange an appointment please call 01638 750342 or email office@stcprimary.suffolk.sch.uk
Closing Date: Thursday 28 March 2024
(We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a suitable number of internal or external applications)
Interview Date: TBC
Safer Recruitment
The Diocese of Ely Multi Academy Trust (DEMAT) is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.
We do not discriminate against staff based on age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.
DEMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Please be aware that all shortlisted candidates will have an online search conducted as part of DEMATs due diligence checks in line with KCSIE Show more details...
via The BMJ
schedule_type: Full-time and Part-time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant in Palliative Medicine who is passionate, innovative and collaborative to join our current clinical leadership team which comprises doctors, consultant nurses and AHP’s who are working towards the delivery of a new vision around specialist end of life care.
St Christopher’s was founded in 1967 by Dame Cicely Saunders and she led the development of the modern hospice movement. We provide a holistic
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant in Palliative Medicine who is passionate, innovative and collaborative to join our current clinical leadership team which comprises doctors, consultant nurses and AHP’s who are working towards the delivery of a new vision around specialist end of life care.
St Christopher’s was founded in 1967 by Dame Cicely Saunders and she led the development of the modern hospice movement. We provide a holistic approach to our care, offering help and support at home as well as in outpatient and inpatient settings. We are committed to delivering education and research programmes alongside expert practice related to the experiences of death, dying and loss,.
Operating from two locations, one in Sydenham and one in Orpington, our efforts are focused on meeting the goals of people with a life shortening condition and supporting their families and carers wherever we can. Our reach spans across a diverse population of approximately 1.6 million people... within the five London Boroughs of Bromley, Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark. We employ around 500 staff (including bank staff) who work within the community and across our two patient sites. We are supported by around 750 volunteers, many of whom provide their invaluable services on a regular basis.
St Christopher’s is a charity, led by a Board of Trustees and we raise significant funds each year through the generosity and commitment of our local communities. In addition, we raise funds through commercial activities, including charity shops to provide care and support free at the point of need
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant in Palliative Medicine who is passionate, innovative and collaborative to join our current clinical leadership team which comprises doctors, consultant nurses and AHP’s who are working towards the delivery of a new vision around specialist end of life care. The post will be ideal for an experienced clinician with a track record in service development and clinical leadership who wishes to engage with fresh challenges in the third sector. We also welcome interest from specialist palliative care register trainees who are within 6mths of completion of specialist training.
This role will focus on:
• Supplementing the current senior clinical team in service development and expansion, specifically to;
• be part of the medical consultant body offering senior support to the organisation, including on call clinical cover (1:6) across community and the inpatient unit.
• take a lead (permanent or rotational) in development one of the key areas for example, clinical education, quality improvement or research.
• support the continuing development of integrated frailty services and our work integrating with the acute sector
2.Provide specific consultant expertise to:
• facilitate effective changes in medical practice as part of our transformation programme
• Support strategic development of medicine as part of our adaption to and influence of developments in palliative and end of life care here and elsewhere
The JD has been approved by the Royal College Physicians. For further information, or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Dr Joy Ross via 0776 6773278 or via j.ross@stchristophers.org.uk
Please have a look at our website for further information on all aspects of St Christopher’s at www.stchristophers.org.uk and to apply for this position, please click the ‘Apply Online’ button below.
Closing date: 12th May 2024
Shortlisting 12th May 2024
Interviews; 28th May 2024 Show more details...
St Christopher’s was founded in 1967 by Dame Cicely Saunders and she led the development of the modern hospice movement. We provide a holistic approach to our care, offering help and support at home as well as in outpatient and inpatient settings. We are committed to delivering education and research programmes alongside expert practice related to the experiences of death, dying and loss,.
Operating from two locations, one in Sydenham and one in Orpington, our efforts are focused on meeting the goals of people with a life shortening condition and supporting their families and carers wherever we can. Our reach spans across a diverse population of approximately 1.6 million people... within the five London Boroughs of Bromley, Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark. We employ around 500 staff (including bank staff) who work within the community and across our two patient sites. We are supported by around 750 volunteers, many of whom provide their invaluable services on a regular basis.
St Christopher’s is a charity, led by a Board of Trustees and we raise significant funds each year through the generosity and commitment of our local communities. In addition, we raise funds through commercial activities, including charity shops to provide care and support free at the point of need
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant in Palliative Medicine who is passionate, innovative and collaborative to join our current clinical leadership team which comprises doctors, consultant nurses and AHP’s who are working towards the delivery of a new vision around specialist end of life care. The post will be ideal for an experienced clinician with a track record in service development and clinical leadership who wishes to engage with fresh challenges in the third sector. We also welcome interest from specialist palliative care register trainees who are within 6mths of completion of specialist training.
This role will focus on:
• Supplementing the current senior clinical team in service development and expansion, specifically to;
• be part of the medical consultant body offering senior support to the organisation, including on call clinical cover (1:6) across community and the inpatient unit.
• take a lead (permanent or rotational) in development one of the key areas for example, clinical education, quality improvement or research.
• support the continuing development of integrated frailty services and our work integrating with the acute sector
2.Provide specific consultant expertise to:
• facilitate effective changes in medical practice as part of our transformation programme
• Support strategic development of medicine as part of our adaption to and influence of developments in palliative and end of life care here and elsewhere
The JD has been approved by the Royal College Physicians. For further information, or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Dr Joy Ross via 0776 6773278 or via j.ross@stchristophers.org.uk
Please have a look at our website for further information on all aspects of St Christopher’s at www.stchristophers.org.uk and to apply for this position, please click the ‘Apply Online’ button below.
Closing date: 12th May 2024
Shortlisting 12th May 2024
Interviews; 28th May 2024 Show more details...
via Teaching Vacancies - GOV.UK
posted_at: 9 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
St. Christopher’s Catholic Primary Academy
Vice Principal
(Consideration may also be given for appointment at the level of Assistant Principal, dependent on qualification and experience)
Required for September 2024 (or sooner if available)
Vacancy Ref
C001
Closing Date
Monday 15th April 2024, 9.00am (early applications are encouraged, suitable candidates may be interviewed promptly upon receipt of application and we reserve the right to bring
St. Christopher’s Catholic Primary Academy
Vice Principal
(Consideration may also be given for appointment at the level of Assistant Principal, dependent on qualification and experience)
Required for September 2024 (or sooner if available)
Vacancy Ref
C001
Closing Date
Monday 15th April 2024, 9.00am (early applications are encouraged, suitable candidates may be interviewed promptly upon receipt of application and we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date in the event that the post is filled)
Interviews
Friday 19 April 2024
Salary
Leadership Scale 6-10
Working in partnership with the Archdiocese of Birmingham we are seeking to appoint a committed practising Catholic for the position of Vice Principal at St Christophers’ Catholic Primary Academy.
The Vice Principal will support the Principal in leading the academy, by providing strategic leadership, management and coaching to secure high standards for all pupils.
The successful candidate will:
• be a... committed, practising Catholic for a post as Vice Principal;
• be a proven strong classroom teacher with excellent coaching skills
• have a secure understanding of the role of a Catholic school leader and be able to articulate how they would promote Catholic life within school and parish communities;
• display the knowledge, skills, drive and resilience required to improve outcomes for all pupils by setting consistently high standards for curriculum, teaching and learning, pupil progress and attainment;
• demonstrate a high level of competence in teaching in a Catholic primary school, with some experience of successful senior leadership;
• evidence high standards and expectations for behaviour, attendance and safeguarding;
• evidence a high level of competence in presenting accurate evaluation and data to enable Academy committee, AIB and Directors to receive evidence for progress from which they can exercise their role in supporting and challenging.
We can offer:
• The opportunity to further develop your higher level strategic leadership skills within our Catholic Multi Academy Company;
• Supportive Directors, CEO, COO, Local Governing Body and SFSC Central Team;
• Opportunities for collaborative work, developmental and innovation opportunities in partnership with other senior leaders across the St Francis and St Clare Catholic Multi Academy Company and beyond;
• Career pathway opportunities
• Pupils who are enthusiastic, confident, happy and eager to learn;
• Dedicated and committed staff, eager to build on our high standards;
• A strong faith community.
• Additional employee benefits, cycle to work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme and childcare vouchers to name a few.
For an informal discussion, or to arrange a visit to school, please contact the Principal, Karl Babarczi, on 01902 297280, email: headteacher@stchristophersprimary.org
Our strong commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. St Francis and St Clare Catholic Multi Academy Company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023 (KCSIE), online searches will be undertaken for prospective shortlisted candidates.
For more information, please visit our website:
https://www.stchristophersprimary.org/vacancies/ or telephone the St Francis and St Clare Catholic MAC recruitment line on 01902 558709 Show more details...
Vice Principal
(Consideration may also be given for appointment at the level of Assistant Principal, dependent on qualification and experience)
Required for September 2024 (or sooner if available)
Vacancy Ref
C001
Closing Date
Monday 15th April 2024, 9.00am (early applications are encouraged, suitable candidates may be interviewed promptly upon receipt of application and we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date in the event that the post is filled)
Interviews
Friday 19 April 2024
Salary
Leadership Scale 6-10
Working in partnership with the Archdiocese of Birmingham we are seeking to appoint a committed practising Catholic for the position of Vice Principal at St Christophers’ Catholic Primary Academy.
The Vice Principal will support the Principal in leading the academy, by providing strategic leadership, management and coaching to secure high standards for all pupils.
The successful candidate will:
• be a... committed, practising Catholic for a post as Vice Principal;
• be a proven strong classroom teacher with excellent coaching skills
• have a secure understanding of the role of a Catholic school leader and be able to articulate how they would promote Catholic life within school and parish communities;
• display the knowledge, skills, drive and resilience required to improve outcomes for all pupils by setting consistently high standards for curriculum, teaching and learning, pupil progress and attainment;
• demonstrate a high level of competence in teaching in a Catholic primary school, with some experience of successful senior leadership;
• evidence high standards and expectations for behaviour, attendance and safeguarding;
• evidence a high level of competence in presenting accurate evaluation and data to enable Academy committee, AIB and Directors to receive evidence for progress from which they can exercise their role in supporting and challenging.
We can offer:
• The opportunity to further develop your higher level strategic leadership skills within our Catholic Multi Academy Company;
• Supportive Directors, CEO, COO, Local Governing Body and SFSC Central Team;
• Opportunities for collaborative work, developmental and innovation opportunities in partnership with other senior leaders across the St Francis and St Clare Catholic Multi Academy Company and beyond;
• Career pathway opportunities
• Pupils who are enthusiastic, confident, happy and eager to learn;
• Dedicated and committed staff, eager to build on our high standards;
• A strong faith community.
• Additional employee benefits, cycle to work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme and childcare vouchers to name a few.
For an informal discussion, or to arrange a visit to school, please contact the Principal, Karl Babarczi, on 01902 297280, email: headteacher@stchristophersprimary.org
Our strong commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. St Francis and St Clare Catholic Multi Academy Company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023 (KCSIE), online searches will be undertaken for prospective shortlisted candidates.
For more information, please visit our website:
https://www.stchristophersprimary.org/vacancies/ or telephone the St Francis and St Clare Catholic MAC recruitment line on 01902 558709 Show more details...
via Indeed
posted_at: 17 hours agoschedule_type: Full-time
If you are looking for a fulfilling and rewarding career where no two days are the same, this could be the job for you!
You will have the opportunity to support children and young people, aged 12 - 17 years old, who from adversity are developing their resilience, to develop key life skills, build trusting relationships, create environments where they can flourish and experience success, while participating in fun activities with them.
The only thing
If you are looking for a fulfilling and rewarding career where no two days are the same, this could be the job for you!
You will have the opportunity to support children and young people, aged 12 - 17 years old, who from adversity are developing their resilience, to develop key life skills, build trusting relationships, create environments where they can flourish and experience success, while participating in fun activities with them.
The only thing you need is a passion for making a difference. We don't require previous care experience as we provide all the training and support you need to excel in your role, even professional care qualifications, through our St Christopher's Academy Entry Pathway.
Watch our short video to gain an insight into our working life here at St Christopher’s
Entry Pathway - St Christopher’s Academy
Starting your career in children's social care means there is a lot to learn so we will provide a 4 weeks full induction and training period to ensure you... are properly supported.
If you want to know more about our Entry Pathway and St Christopher's Academy, please click here
Working Hours
Our children and young people need care 24/7 so we have fixed rotas with different shifts (8, 10 and 12 hours) from 8.am to 10pm for day staff; and from 9pm to 8.30 for night staff.
On average, you will be working 40 hours a week, so meaning if you work 4 shifts of 10 hours each, you will then get 3 days off.
For some locations such as Islington and Ealing, you will be required to do an average of 2 sleep-ins per week paid at £50 each.
There is always the possibility to do overtime if you need a bit extra, this is paid time and half same as bank holidays.
We are offering different options for this role:
• 20/23 hours per week (including weekends and bank holidays)
• 40 hours per week (including weekends and bank holidays)
Location
Our locations cover: Islington (N7), Ealing (W13) and Balham (SW12).
When completing the application form, you will have to select the location you are applying for.
What you need to bring to this role
• resilience to cope with challenging behaviour and circumstances.
• ability to build genuine and trusting relationships with young people.
• ability to work as part of a team.
• empathy but also ablility to understand the importance of professional boundaries.
• flexibility to undertake shift work including weekends, bank holidays and with notice, occasional sleep-ins.
What you should expect from us
• Salary of £24,960 rising to £25,738 upon successful completion of mandatory training
• 4 weeks full induction and training program (paid).
• Competitive pay and reward structure offering salary progression based on performance.
• Tailored career development plan through our “St Christopher’s Academy”.
• A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture.
• 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata.
• Industry Leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children’s right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and Social Pedagogy,
• Contributory pension scheme, Enhanced Maternity and Company Sick Scheme.
• BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support.
• Interest-free season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme.
• Discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK.
• Discretionary Funded Training Programs.
• Employee Awards based on performance and length of service.
About Us
Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future.
St Christopher's is a leading charity for children and young people. We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK & Isle of Man. We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive life experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home.
We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong. We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities, and gender-diverse identities.
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 online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements.
Once application has been submitted, candidates will require to complete an online situational test which will inform the shortlisting process. Unsuccessful candidates will be communicated the outcome via email.
First Stage Interview – 29th, 30th April and 3rd May
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an individual interview, which will include a written exercise. The interview will be face to face at our offices in Putney.
Second Stage
Successful candidates will then attend the second stage at their preferred location.
Our Children and Young People are looking forward to hearing from you
Job Description and Person Specification
For more information or assistance during the application process, please contact recruitment@stchris.org.uk
__________________________________________________________
We advise you to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
St Christopher’s Fellowship has a minimum age requirement of 21 for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and semi-independent Homes Show more details...
You will have the opportunity to support children and young people, aged 12 - 17 years old, who from adversity are developing their resilience, to develop key life skills, build trusting relationships, create environments where they can flourish and experience success, while participating in fun activities with them.
The only thing you need is a passion for making a difference. We don't require previous care experience as we provide all the training and support you need to excel in your role, even professional care qualifications, through our St Christopher's Academy Entry Pathway.
Watch our short video to gain an insight into our working life here at St Christopher’s
Entry Pathway - St Christopher’s Academy
Starting your career in children's social care means there is a lot to learn so we will provide a 4 weeks full induction and training period to ensure you... are properly supported.
If you want to know more about our Entry Pathway and St Christopher's Academy, please click here
Working Hours
Our children and young people need care 24/7 so we have fixed rotas with different shifts (8, 10 and 12 hours) from 8.am to 10pm for day staff; and from 9pm to 8.30 for night staff.
On average, you will be working 40 hours a week, so meaning if you work 4 shifts of 10 hours each, you will then get 3 days off.
For some locations such as Islington and Ealing, you will be required to do an average of 2 sleep-ins per week paid at £50 each.
There is always the possibility to do overtime if you need a bit extra, this is paid time and half same as bank holidays.
We are offering different options for this role:
• 20/23 hours per week (including weekends and bank holidays)
• 40 hours per week (including weekends and bank holidays)
Location
Our locations cover: Islington (N7), Ealing (W13) and Balham (SW12).
When completing the application form, you will have to select the location you are applying for.
What you need to bring to this role
• resilience to cope with challenging behaviour and circumstances.
• ability to build genuine and trusting relationships with young people.
• ability to work as part of a team.
• empathy but also ablility to understand the importance of professional boundaries.
• flexibility to undertake shift work including weekends, bank holidays and with notice, occasional sleep-ins.
What you should expect from us
• Salary of £24,960 rising to £25,738 upon successful completion of mandatory training
• 4 weeks full induction and training program (paid).
• Competitive pay and reward structure offering salary progression based on performance.
• Tailored career development plan through our “St Christopher’s Academy”.
• A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture.
• 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata.
• Industry Leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children’s right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and Social Pedagogy,
• Contributory pension scheme, Enhanced Maternity and Company Sick Scheme.
• BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support.
• Interest-free season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme.
• Discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK.
• Discretionary Funded Training Programs.
• Employee Awards based on performance and length of service.
About Us
Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future.
St Christopher's is a leading charity for children and young people. We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK & Isle of Man. We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive life experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home.
We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong. We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities, and gender-diverse identities.
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 online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements.
Once application has been submitted, candidates will require to complete an online situational test which will inform the shortlisting process. Unsuccessful candidates will be communicated the outcome via email.
First Stage Interview – 29th, 30th April and 3rd May
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an individual interview, which will include a written exercise. The interview will be face to face at our offices in Putney.
Second Stage
Successful candidates will then attend the second stage at their preferred location.
Our Children and Young People are looking forward to hearing from you
Job Description and Person Specification
For more information or assistance during the application process, please contact recruitment@stchris.org.uk
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We advise you to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
St Christopher’s Fellowship has a minimum age requirement of 21 for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and semi-independent Homes Show more details...
via LinkedIn
posted_at: 10 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
We have an exciting opportunity to join our Community Action team as a Team Lead. In this position you’ll support our team to deliver projects and initiatives well and help others understand and deliver the potential of community-based working and engagement. You’ll operationalise strategy, take responsibility for ensuring projects and offers we make are delivered well and on time and that we are responding well to the needs and wants of the varied
We have an exciting opportunity to join our Community Action team as a Team Lead. In this position you’ll support our team to deliver projects and initiatives well and help others understand and deliver the potential of community-based working and engagement. You’ll operationalise strategy, take responsibility for ensuring projects and offers we make are delivered well and on time and that we are responding well to the needs and wants of the varied community and colleagues we work with. You’ll deputise for our Head of Community Action & Learning and manage an enthusiastic and friendly team of people working to create change and support communities.
To succeed in this role:
• You’ll be an excellent project manager, capable of planning delivery, to scope, time and resources, and reporting on progress of projects, or developing new processes
• You’ll be friendly, warm and approachable, and able to work with a variety of people
• You’ll be confident, well organised and experienced in... managing a variety of people and projects
• You’ll be a good, clear and diplomatic communicator
• You’ll be able to demonstrate excellent organisational skills and levels of reliability
• You’ll be interested in, knowledgeable about and committed to community engagement
• You will also be committed to social change and social justice and the importance of collaborating with communities to create change or redress inequalities.
Based in the Community Action team at St Christopher’s Hospice, your role will be focused on organising resources, team work and delivery and communicating with different teams and organisations about projects, initiatives and delivery. Your role will directly line manage at least six members of staff and you’ll have oversight for the team operations which includes multiple projects working with hundreds of volunteers and community members to create change or support people.
About us
We are a world-leading hospice aspiring to a world in which all dying people and those close to them have access to care and support, whenever and wherever they need it. St Christopher’s Hospice was founded in 1967 by Dame Cicely Saunders and formed part of the modern hospice movement. Proudly celebrating over 50 years and with a turnover of over £20 million, we provide invaluable care and support to over 7,500 people across the five London Boroughs of Bromley, Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark.
Our Community Action team is a lively and thoughtful team working with community members and groups across five boroughs to find new ways of responding to societal need, creating change and doing so in partnership. We use creative methods to bring about mutualistic responses to death, dying and loss, and address inequities, and hold a social change agenda.
St Christopher’s is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from everyone regardless of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, faith and religion, disability and age, although we are underrepresented across the organisation with BAME and LGBTQ+ employees, and so we encourage applications from these groups. We also welcome hearing from you if you have peer or lived experience, as this is an important feature of our team.
Benefits of joining St Christopher’s
• You will gain a stimulating and rewarding role with an opportunity to influence and make a real difference in the community
• Access to excellent training and development opportunities
• A number of health and wellbeing schemes
• A competitive contributory pension scheme and life assurance scheme with generous beneficiary plan
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mary Hodgson, Head of Community Action & Learning, at m.hodgson@stchristophers.org.uk
Please have a look at our website for further information on all aspects of St Christopher’s at www.stchristophers.org.uk and to apply for this position, please click the ‘Apply Online’ button below.
Closing Date: 7th April 2024
Interview Date: Provisional date: 19th April 2024 Show more details...
To succeed in this role:
• You’ll be an excellent project manager, capable of planning delivery, to scope, time and resources, and reporting on progress of projects, or developing new processes
• You’ll be friendly, warm and approachable, and able to work with a variety of people
• You’ll be confident, well organised and experienced in... managing a variety of people and projects
• You’ll be a good, clear and diplomatic communicator
• You’ll be able to demonstrate excellent organisational skills and levels of reliability
• You’ll be interested in, knowledgeable about and committed to community engagement
• You will also be committed to social change and social justice and the importance of collaborating with communities to create change or redress inequalities.
Based in the Community Action team at St Christopher’s Hospice, your role will be focused on organising resources, team work and delivery and communicating with different teams and organisations about projects, initiatives and delivery. Your role will directly line manage at least six members of staff and you’ll have oversight for the team operations which includes multiple projects working with hundreds of volunteers and community members to create change or support people.
About us
We are a world-leading hospice aspiring to a world in which all dying people and those close to them have access to care and support, whenever and wherever they need it. St Christopher’s Hospice was founded in 1967 by Dame Cicely Saunders and formed part of the modern hospice movement. Proudly celebrating over 50 years and with a turnover of over £20 million, we provide invaluable care and support to over 7,500 people across the five London Boroughs of Bromley, Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark.
Our Community Action team is a lively and thoughtful team working with community members and groups across five boroughs to find new ways of responding to societal need, creating change and doing so in partnership. We use creative methods to bring about mutualistic responses to death, dying and loss, and address inequities, and hold a social change agenda.
St Christopher’s is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from everyone regardless of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, faith and religion, disability and age, although we are underrepresented across the organisation with BAME and LGBTQ+ employees, and so we encourage applications from these groups. We also welcome hearing from you if you have peer or lived experience, as this is an important feature of our team.
Benefits of joining St Christopher’s
• You will gain a stimulating and rewarding role with an opportunity to influence and make a real difference in the community
• Access to excellent training and development opportunities
• A number of health and wellbeing schemes
• A competitive contributory pension scheme and life assurance scheme with generous beneficiary plan
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mary Hodgson, Head of Community Action & Learning, at m.hodgson@stchristophers.org.uk
Please have a look at our website for further information on all aspects of St Christopher’s at www.stchristophers.org.uk and to apply for this position, please click the ‘Apply Online’ button below.
Closing Date: 7th April 2024
Interview Date: Provisional date: 19th April 2024 Show more details...
via LinkedIn
posted_at: 5 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Job Title: IT Service Desk Technician
Department: IT
Role: Information Technology (IT)
Hours: 36 Hours Per Week
Salary Description:£25,586 per annum
About Us:
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a leading Hospice committed to providing care and support to those in need. St. Christopher's Hospice, established in 1967 by Dame Cicely Saunders, is an integral part of the modern Hospice movement. With over 50 years of experience and a turnover
Job Title: IT Service Desk Technician
Department: IT
Role: Information Technology (IT)
Hours: 36 Hours Per Week
Salary Description:£25,586 per annum
About Us:
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a leading Hospice committed to providing care and support to those in need. St. Christopher's Hospice, established in 1967 by Dame Cicely Saunders, is an integral part of the modern Hospice movement. With over 50 years of experience and a turnover exceeding £20 million, we offer invaluable services to over 7,500 individuals across the five London Boroughs of Bromley, Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham, and Southwark. We are proud to offer a rewarding position for a dedicated IT Service Desk Technician to join our passionate team.
Location:
Sydenham and Orpington, with 23 shops across the Bromley Borough. Community outreach spans 1.6 million individuals in Lewisham, Lambeth, Southwark, Bromley, and Croydon. Our workforce comprises 600+ employees supported by 1,350 volunteers.
Your New... Role:
This role presents an exciting opportunity for an aspiring IT Service Desk Technician seeking employment with a reputable brand. The successful candidate will be at the forefront of IT support, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include:
• Providing exceptional customer service onsite and offsite.
• Recording IT support requests and escalating priority calls.
• Responding to and resolving first-line IT support queries.
• Supporting IT-related projects and activities, including asset management, software patching, and desktop upgrades.
To Be Successful in the Role:
We are seeking a candidate who is customer-focused, delivery-driven, and possesses strong IT support skills. Key requirements include:
• Ability to manage the IT Service Desk system and prioritise and escalate calls.
• Proficiency in responding to first-line IT support queries via various channels.
• Proven ability to resolve issues and provide face-to-face support.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to follow established processes.
• Proficiency in asset management and willingness to stay updated on IT trends.
• Collaborative team player with the flexibility to provide cover in staff absence.
• A full driving licence would also be advantageous
Benefits of Joining St. Christopher’s:
• Stimulating and rewarding career with opportunities to make a real difference.
• Competitive and progressive salary
• Employee Assistance and Wellbeing support.
• Season Ticket Loan.
Closing Date: 24th March 2024
To apply please click on the link: Job vacancy details - St Christopher's Hospice (stchristophers.org.uk)
In the event of a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to close the position earlier than the initial closing date Show more details...
Department: IT
Role: Information Technology (IT)
Hours: 36 Hours Per Week
Salary Description:£25,586 per annum
About Us:
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a leading Hospice committed to providing care and support to those in need. St. Christopher's Hospice, established in 1967 by Dame Cicely Saunders, is an integral part of the modern Hospice movement. With over 50 years of experience and a turnover exceeding £20 million, we offer invaluable services to over 7,500 individuals across the five London Boroughs of Bromley, Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham, and Southwark. We are proud to offer a rewarding position for a dedicated IT Service Desk Technician to join our passionate team.
Location:
Sydenham and Orpington, with 23 shops across the Bromley Borough. Community outreach spans 1.6 million individuals in Lewisham, Lambeth, Southwark, Bromley, and Croydon. Our workforce comprises 600+ employees supported by 1,350 volunteers.
Your New... Role:
This role presents an exciting opportunity for an aspiring IT Service Desk Technician seeking employment with a reputable brand. The successful candidate will be at the forefront of IT support, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include:
• Providing exceptional customer service onsite and offsite.
• Recording IT support requests and escalating priority calls.
• Responding to and resolving first-line IT support queries.
• Supporting IT-related projects and activities, including asset management, software patching, and desktop upgrades.
To Be Successful in the Role:
We are seeking a candidate who is customer-focused, delivery-driven, and possesses strong IT support skills. Key requirements include:
• Ability to manage the IT Service Desk system and prioritise and escalate calls.
• Proficiency in responding to first-line IT support queries via various channels.
• Proven ability to resolve issues and provide face-to-face support.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to follow established processes.
• Proficiency in asset management and willingness to stay updated on IT trends.
• Collaborative team player with the flexibility to provide cover in staff absence.
• A full driving licence would also be advantageous
Benefits of Joining St. Christopher’s:
• Stimulating and rewarding career with opportunities to make a real difference.
• Competitive and progressive salary
• Employee Assistance and Wellbeing support.
• Season Ticket Loan.
Closing Date: 24th March 2024
To apply please click on the link: Job vacancy details - St Christopher's Hospice (stchristophers.org.uk)
In the event of a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to close the position earlier than the initial closing date Show more details...
via LinkedIn
posted_at: 10 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Welfare Officer x 2
Location: Sydenham
Department: Social Work and Welfare
Tenure/Hours: 36 hours per week
Salary: £29,272 – £30,900
Welfare Officer
Location: Bromley
Department: Social Work and Welfare
Tenure/Hours: 28.8 hours per week
Salary: £29,272 – £30,900 pro-rata
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and knowledgeable welfare officer to work in our multi-disciplinary team.
The role
• You will be responsible
Welfare Officer x 2
Location: Sydenham
Department: Social Work and Welfare
Tenure/Hours: 36 hours per week
Salary: £29,272 – £30,900
Welfare Officer
Location: Bromley
Department: Social Work and Welfare
Tenure/Hours: 28.8 hours per week
Salary: £29,272 – £30,900 pro-rata
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and knowledgeable welfare officer to work in our multi-disciplinary team.
The role
• You will be responsible for ensuring the rights and entitlements of patients and families accessing palliative care are upheld and that best possible outcomes are achieved in context their economic wellbeing.
• You will develop relationships with people accessing our service, to assess unmet financial need and support with a wide range of financial and practical issues including welfare benefits, debt management, grant applications, pension and insurance claims and housing issues.
To succeed in this role
• You will have substantial experience of working in a social welfare... setting
• Possess excellent problem-solving skills.
• You will ensure effective support is given to people experiencing multiple issues relating to the financial impact of living with long-term illness and palliative care needs.
• You will demonstrate a creative, flexible and progressive approach to the work, ensuring your own and the teams continued learning and development.
• You will boast sound wisdom of welfare rights and other entitlements for disabled people and their carers, and you will be confident in liaising with government and non-government services to maximise income for those in need of financial assistance.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Michele King at m.king@stchristophers.org.uk
To apply for this position, please complete an expression of interest by clicking the ‘Apply Online’ button. We do not submit CVs, you must complete the online application form.
Within your expression of interest, it is important that you include your qualifications, employment history, and explain how you meet the essential criteria within the person specification.
Closing Date: 31st March 2024
Provisional Interview Date: 15th April 2024 Show more details...
Location: Sydenham
Department: Social Work and Welfare
Tenure/Hours: 36 hours per week
Salary: £29,272 – £30,900
Welfare Officer
Location: Bromley
Department: Social Work and Welfare
Tenure/Hours: 28.8 hours per week
Salary: £29,272 – £30,900 pro-rata
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and knowledgeable welfare officer to work in our multi-disciplinary team.
The role
• You will be responsible for ensuring the rights and entitlements of patients and families accessing palliative care are upheld and that best possible outcomes are achieved in context their economic wellbeing.
• You will develop relationships with people accessing our service, to assess unmet financial need and support with a wide range of financial and practical issues including welfare benefits, debt management, grant applications, pension and insurance claims and housing issues.
To succeed in this role
• You will have substantial experience of working in a social welfare... setting
• Possess excellent problem-solving skills.
• You will ensure effective support is given to people experiencing multiple issues relating to the financial impact of living with long-term illness and palliative care needs.
• You will demonstrate a creative, flexible and progressive approach to the work, ensuring your own and the teams continued learning and development.
• You will boast sound wisdom of welfare rights and other entitlements for disabled people and their carers, and you will be confident in liaising with government and non-government services to maximise income for those in need of financial assistance.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Michele King at m.king@stchristophers.org.uk
To apply for this position, please complete an expression of interest by clicking the ‘Apply Online’ button. We do not submit CVs, you must complete the online application form.
Within your expression of interest, it is important that you include your qualifications, employment history, and explain how you meet the essential criteria within the person specification.
Closing Date: 31st March 2024
Provisional Interview Date: 15th April 2024 Show more details...
via Totaljobs
posted_at: 2 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Looking for fantastic career progression, excellent training and therapeutic support? Join our committed and professional Team and make a difference to Children living in residential Care.Starting Salary £25,738, rising incrementally to £29,128 per annum based on performance plus sleep-ins (potential to earn up to £30,538 per annum)
Shifts: 08:00 – 16:00 & 15:00- 23:00 with an average of 2 sleep-in shifts per week until 7am, including weekends
Looking for fantastic career progression, excellent training and therapeutic support? Join our committed and professional Team and make a difference to Children living in residential Care.Starting Salary £25,738, rising incrementally to £29,128 per annum based on performance plus sleep-ins (potential to earn up to £30,538 per annum)
Shifts: 08:00 – 16:00 & 15:00- 23:00 with an average of 2 sleep-in shifts per week until 7am, including weekends and bank holidays
2 weekends off per month
Sleep-ins: £50 / Overtime and Bank holidays paid time and half
Location: Islington (N7)
About the Role
As an Experienced Children's Residential Practitioner, you will provide direct support and care for young people aged 12 to 17 years. Our young people have complex emotional and mental health difficulties (such as trauma and loss) and often struggle to regulate their emotions. Working within a therapeutic framework, you will develop a direct programme of work aimed at building life skills, develop a... restorative learning approach to behaviour and manage their own safety within the community.
St Christopher’s Academy
At St Christopher`s we can offer you a career where you can develop your skills and knowledge while making a difference to young people’s lives.
When you join St Christopher’s, we will set you up in your career with a tailored development plan. Whether you want to move across to a different service, become a Manager or just explore further your current role, we will support you to map out your career trajectory and help you achieve your professional ambitions. If you want to learn more about St Christopher’s Academy, please click visit our website.
We are proud that 84% of all our Team Leaders, Deputies and Managers are internal promotions.
What are we looking for?
• Desirable Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent (i.e. Level 3 Diploma Children and Young People Workforce with the children's social care pathway).
• Minimum of 1 years’ experience working and supporting Young People to achieve their full potential, ideally in a residential setting.
• Ability to build and promote trusted relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Experience of achieving outcomes as part of working in a service and the records which evidence that.
• A working knowledge of key legislation regarding Safeguarding practices relating to children and young people
• Understanding of the issues experienced by young people such as bullying, gangs, radicalisation, self-harm, sexual exploitation and how these impact on behaviour.
• Creativity, enthusiasm and energy to inspire and encourage young people to achieve great things.
What you should expect from us
• Starting salary £25,738, rising incrementally to £29,128 per annum based on performance, plus sleep-ins (potential to earn up to £30,538 per annum)
• Tailored career development plan through our “St Christopher’s Academy”.
• A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture.
• 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata.
• Industry Leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children’s right and participation, CSE, empowerment, Mental health and therapeutic interventions ,
• Contributory pension scheme, Enhanced Maternity and Company Sick Scheme.
• BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support.
• Interest-free season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme.
• Discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK.
• Employee Awards based on performance and length of service.
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 online 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 application must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria given in the Person Specification Show more details...
Shifts: 08:00 – 16:00 & 15:00- 23:00 with an average of 2 sleep-in shifts per week until 7am, including weekends and bank holidays
2 weekends off per month
Sleep-ins: £50 / Overtime and Bank holidays paid time and half
Location: Islington (N7)
About the Role
As an Experienced Children's Residential Practitioner, you will provide direct support and care for young people aged 12 to 17 years. Our young people have complex emotional and mental health difficulties (such as trauma and loss) and often struggle to regulate their emotions. Working within a therapeutic framework, you will develop a direct programme of work aimed at building life skills, develop a... restorative learning approach to behaviour and manage their own safety within the community.
St Christopher’s Academy
At St Christopher`s we can offer you a career where you can develop your skills and knowledge while making a difference to young people’s lives.
When you join St Christopher’s, we will set you up in your career with a tailored development plan. Whether you want to move across to a different service, become a Manager or just explore further your current role, we will support you to map out your career trajectory and help you achieve your professional ambitions. If you want to learn more about St Christopher’s Academy, please click visit our website.
We are proud that 84% of all our Team Leaders, Deputies and Managers are internal promotions.
What are we looking for?
• Desirable Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent (i.e. Level 3 Diploma Children and Young People Workforce with the children's social care pathway).
• Minimum of 1 years’ experience working and supporting Young People to achieve their full potential, ideally in a residential setting.
• Ability to build and promote trusted relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Experience of achieving outcomes as part of working in a service and the records which evidence that.
• A working knowledge of key legislation regarding Safeguarding practices relating to children and young people
• Understanding of the issues experienced by young people such as bullying, gangs, radicalisation, self-harm, sexual exploitation and how these impact on behaviour.
• Creativity, enthusiasm and energy to inspire and encourage young people to achieve great things.
What you should expect from us
• Starting salary £25,738, rising incrementally to £29,128 per annum based on performance, plus sleep-ins (potential to earn up to £30,538 per annum)
• Tailored career development plan through our “St Christopher’s Academy”.
• A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture.
• 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata.
• Industry Leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children’s right and participation, CSE, empowerment, Mental health and therapeutic interventions ,
• Contributory pension scheme, Enhanced Maternity and Company Sick Scheme.
• BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support.
• Interest-free season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme.
• Discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK.
• Employee Awards based on performance and length of service.
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 online 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 application must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria given in the Person Specification Show more details...
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