Primary and Secondary Education

Ramsden Hall Academy

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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 Child Care Workers 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.

40.75 hours per week based on a shift rota, involving day and evening shifts.  Evening shifts are: Monday to Thursday inclusive  2.30pm to 10.45pm.  Day shift is: Friday 7.30am to 3.30pm. Sleeping in duties also apply to this post of which the NJC Sleeping-in Duty payment is payable.  **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.

## Tasks

The primary role of a Residential Child Care Worker is to support the students from the point of leaving school, during the evening and until the following morning when they go back off to school. 

Once students arrive from school, staff support them by making healthy snacks, agreeing activities, talking about their day and encouraging the students to have a shower and get changed.  

Staff encourage students to choose at least one physical activity which staff will support and get involved with.  We then eat together at dinner time before going off for our second activity such as playing in the park, visiting the beach, playing on skateboards, playing board games, having a quiz or going to bowling/cinema/golf etc.  Later in the evening, we help with school work, watch TV or a film before the students are supported to go to bed after a story or chat before staff complete evening reports.  In the morning, staff wake the students to get ready and go off to breakfast ready for their school day.

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.

## Benefits

**No 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.

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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 Child Care Workers 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.
40.75 hours per week based on a shift rota, involving day and evening shifts. Evening shifts are: Monday to Thursday inclusive 2.30pm to 10.45pm. Day shift is: Friday 7.30am to 3.30pm. Sleeping in duties also apply to this post of which the NJC Sleeping-in Duty payment is payable. 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.
<h2 id="tasks">Tasks</h2>
The primary role of a Residential Child Care Worker is to support the students from the point of leaving school, during the evening and until the following morning when they go back off to school. 
Once students arrive from school, staff support them by making healthy snacks, agreeing activities, talking about their day and encouraging the students to have a shower and get changed. 
Staff encourage students to choose at least one physical activity which staff will support and get involved with. We then eat together at dinner time before going off for our second activity such as playing in the park, visiting the beach, playing on skateboards, playing board games, having a quiz or going to bowling/cinema/golf etc. Later in the evening, we help with school work, watch TV or a film before the students are supported to go to bed after a story or chat before staff complete evening reports. In the morning, staff wake the students to get ready and go off to breakfast ready for their school day.
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.
<h2 id="requirements">Requirements</h2>
<ul>
<li>Proven experience of/or a passion for learning, working with/caring for children and young people with SEMH.</li>
<li>Ability to use MS Word and Excel and Email or willingness to learn.</li>
<li>NVQ Level 3 in Child/Young Persons Care, or equivalent, is strongly desirable.</li>
<li>Driving licence qualifications to drive a D1 mini bus is desirable</li>
<li>With a current car driving license along with flexibility and willingness to use own car to transport students.</li>
<li>The ability to work as part of a highly effective team.</li>
<li>Enthusiastic, reliable and committed. Possess energy, vigor, perseverance, and empathy.</li>
<li>Ability to manage confidential data in a professional and sensitive way with an understanding of the Data Protection Act and GDPR.</li>
<li>Adaptable and flexible to changing circumstances.</li>
<li>Ability to learn school policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Understand and implement the school’s behaviour management policy.</li>
<li>Understand the importance of physical and emotional wellbeing.</li>
<li>Demonstrate a clear commitment to develop and learn in the role.</li>
</ul>
<h2 id="benefits">Benefits</h2>
No weekend shifts, public holiday or school holiday shifts are required.
<ul>
<li>Two week October half term</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service</li>
<li>Automatic enrolment into Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Continuous Professional Development</li>
<li>Free onsite car/bike parking at our Academy</li>
<li>Access to the Employee Assistance Programme</li>
<li>Access to excellent catering facilities when the kitchen is operational</li>
<li>A responsive, supportive and involved team</li>
<li>A Residential Academy that is fully committed to nurturing the potential in all of our pupils.</li>
<li>Casual dress</li>
</ul>
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.

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