Residential Night Awake Worker

Job title:

Residential Night Awake Worker

Company

Ramsden Hall Academy

Job description

Ramsden Hall Academy is a residential special school for boys aged 10 to 16 who have an EHCP for Social, Emotional and Mental Health.We admit up to 100 boys from across the whole county, with transport provided by Essex LA. Every student has an Education, Health and care Plan, (EHCP), and have a variety of social and emotional needs.We are looking for dedicated, passionate and committed Residential Night Awake Worker to join our residential team in our highly successful academy, which holds a Good Ofsted status. Our residential provision holds Outstanding Ofsted status.Candidates need to be able to work as part of a team as well as use their own initiative in this fast paced and fun environment. The residential team work closely with the school and aim to provide a balanced 24-hour curriculum to meet individual and group needs. You must be caring, nurturing and fair to enable the students to develop positive and trusting relationships. A good sense of humour is essential.There is a strong emphasis on activities to learn new skills and to help develop confidence and self-regulation. You will be encouraged and expected to take part by being enthusiastic and willing to support those that are struggling.Hours: Monday to Wednesday, Hours: 30pm – 8.30am, Thursday 10.30pm-9.15 am – 40.75 hours per working week, term time & inset days. No weekend shifts, public holiday or school holiday shifts are required.If you are looking for a new challenge and would like to be part of a great team then please do not hesitate to contact us.TasksThe post is ideal for someone wanting long weekends and school holidays free and to reduce their number of working days. It would be ideal for families with school aged children as would still allow you to do the school runs, put your children to bed and have long weekends and holidays with your family. No weekend shifts, public holiday or school holiday shifts are required.A typical night awake shift would start by liaising with the evening duty staff and helping to settle any children that are still awake, e.g. reading bedtime stories. Once all children are asleep you will need to be on hand to reassure and settle anyone that wakes, whilst they sleep you will be expected to carry out some light household duties such as washing and ironing, cleaning fridges and tidying. You will also complete paperwork, update photos and displays, risk assessments and placements plans. In the morning, you will be on hand to interact with the children as part of a team and help them with their morning routine.Candidates need to be able to work as part of a team as well as use their own initiative. The residential team work closely with the school and aim to provide a balanced 24-hour curriculum to meet individual and group needs. You must be caring, nurturing and fair to enable the students to develop positive and trusting relationships. A good sense of humour is essential.

There is a strong emphasis on activities to learn new skills and to help develop confidence and self-regulation. You will be encouraged and expected to take part by being enthusiastic and willing to support those that are struggling.If you are looking for a new challenge and would like to be part of a great team then please do not hesitate to contact us to arrange a visit or ask any questions.You will be required to attend residential holidays when needed and undertake driving duties as required.In addition, residential staff write and agree placement plans, risk assessments, activity rotas and review reports when required. During the school day staff support in the school for on call duties, activity events and training.Throughout, staff participate in the general supervision of students, ensure that students adhere to acceptable standards of behaviour, give sensitive and effective care in a safe and supportive environment so that students enjoy a calm and relaxed group living experience.Requirements

• Proven experience of/or a passion for learning, working with/caring for children and young people with SEMH.
• Ability to use MS Word and Excel and Email or willingness to learn.
• NVQ Level 3 in Child/Young Persons Care, or equivalent, is strongly desirable.
• Driving licence qualifications to drive a D1 mini bus is desirable
• With a current car driving license along with flexibility and willingness to use own car to transport students.
• The ability to work as part of a highly effective team.
• Enthusiastic, reliable and committed. Possess energy, vigor, perseverance, and empathy.
• Ability to manage confidential data in a professional and sensitive way with an understanding of the Data Protection Act and GDPR.
• Adaptable and flexible to changing circumstances.
• Ability to learn school policies and procedures.
• Understand and implement the school’s behaviour management policy.
• Understand the importance of physical and emotional wellbeing.
• Demonstrate a clear commitment to develop and learn in the role.

BenefitsNo weekend shifts, public holiday or school holiday shifts are required.

• Two week October half term
• Recognition of continuous service
• Automatic enrolment into Local Government Pension Scheme
• Continuous Professional Development
• Free onsite car/bike parking at our Academy
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to excellent catering facilities when the kitchen is operational
• A responsive, supportive and involved team
• A Residential Academy that is fully committed to nurturing the potential in all of our pupils.
• Casual dress

We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.Candiidates will have the opportunity to speak with the Hiring Manager, prior to interview. Interviews will be with Residential team and will consist of 2-3 interviews.We look forward to speaking with you.Ramsden Hall Academy

Expected salary

£23717 – 24946 per year

Location

Ramsden Heath, Essex

Job date

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 22:39:18 GMT

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