Therapeutic Carer

Who are we?

EverGlade Care is a brand new company, opening their first children's home in Doncaster. Willow Cottage is a 6 bedroom home where up to 3 children can live together with social and emotional difficulties until they are 18 years old. We are passionate about supporting children to feel loved, safe and feel a sense of belonging in their lives. We use Love led practice and ensure all our Adults are trained on this. The company is run by a Director who has experience in the sector, supported by an experienced Responsible Individual who has previously achieved Outstanding ratings and won awards. We have an enthusiastic Manager in place to support the team who has worked in children's homes for over 7 years.

Join the Willow Cottage TEAM as a Therapeutic Carer

Are you compassionate, reliable, and eager to make a meaningful difference in children's life? We are seeking a dedicated Therapeutic Carer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, flexible and genuinely care about children.

This is more than just a job. Instead, it’s a chance to be part of a caring community that values every member and builds its own working family.

Why Join Us?

Full Support \& Training: We provide the highest quality training to our Adults using impactful care experienced trainers and in house development and workshops. You will be supported directly by the Manager of the home and assist in management tasks. If you do not already hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent, you will be expected to complete this with us within 2 years.

A Friendly Team: Our close\-knit team is committed to supporting one another, thereby creating an environment where everyone can thrive and learn new things from one and other and support the children in the best possible way.

Career Growth: With ongoing training and development opportunities, you can grow your skills and advance within our organisation. Consequently, you will have the chance to progress and achieve your career satisfaction. As the company is new there will be potential growth opportunities in the future.

Make a Difference: Every day, you’ll have the opportunity to bring joy and support to our children who have experienced traumatic experiences. As a result, your work will have a significant and positive impact on the lives we support.

To be considered for this position, candidates must be prepared to undertake an enhanced disclosure barring service.

If you’re ready to start a fulfilling journey with us, apply today and help us to provide the highest standard of care to our wonderful children.

The Role

The Therapeutic Carer role is an on shift role and will run on a 2 on 4 off rota pattern where you will stay at work for 48 hours then have 4 days off. The role includes sleep in shifts. There are expectations of flexibility in the role to attend training, team meetings and internal and external events to support the children.

The Pay

The pay ranges from £12\.50 to £13\.50 depending on experience and qualifications. Sleep in's are paid at an additional £60 per night. On Call payments will be made additional to this.

Responsibilities

• Understand and work within the company's ethos and values


• Attend meetings and completing manager documents


• Create loving and genuine connections with the children


• Providing a safe home and protect children and others from harm


• Work in a trauma informed and trauma responsive way


• Update relevant paperwork such as care plans and risk assessments


• Complete direct work with children in creative ways to support their learning


• Comply with the regulations and standards in place

• You do not require any experience in this role, just a positive attitude and genuine caring personality. All training and qualifications will be provided.

• A genuine caring and compassionate personality


• A flexible approach to work with ability to complete out of hours support


• A positive attitude to working with others and creating a team environment


• Ability to take children on holiday and all activities they chose within reason


• Ability to monitor, report and record information relevant to children


• A creative and friendly personality who wants to go above and beyond for children

• Competitive Rate of Pay


• Paid training and development


• Free DBS check


• 28 days annual leave


• Full support from management


• Out of hours on\-call support


• Support with professional development


• Opportunity to attend external and internal events

If this sounds like a role you would be interested in, you can apply by submitting your application through to christie@evergladecare.co.uk

Job Type: Full\-time

Pay: £25,000\.00\-£33,000\.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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