Job Description

Are you looking for a fulfilling job where you can truly make a difference in the lives of children and families? Perhaps you're contemplating a career change or looking to gain valuable experience in the field of Social Care and Social Work. We complete thorough inductions and robust training programmes, therefore no experience is necessary.

If you're eager to work for an organization that genuinely cares and offers a host of benefits, then you've come to the right place. At Dudley Lodge, we're committed to your personal and professional growth. We believe in nurturing your knowledge and skills, which is why we support all new staff to undertake the NVQ Level 3 in 'Children and Young People's workforce', where necessary.

Benefits of Working at Dudley Lodge:

• Should you work a night shift you will be paid an additional £11.03 allowance for each night worked.
• Shift patterns that make your commute calmer and quicker.
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Staff wellbeing events throughout the year
• Team building days
• Employee Assistance Programme - this is a scheme run by Dudley Lodge for its employees. It enables staff to gain access to qualified advisors for a wide range of services day or night.
• Cash plan - After 1 year’s continuous employment, you can opt for free cover under this Cash Plan policy.
• A pension scheme with Standard Life, Dudley Lodge contributes 5% towards your pension, also matching additional employee contributions up to 7.5%. The company will increase its contribution to 10% after an employee has reached their 10 years’ service, on condition employees contribute the same.
• Life Assurance - Group Life Assurance Policy with Unun Life. The scheme provides a tax-free benefit to all permanent employees, paying a lump sum amount of 2 x salary in the event of death in service.
• Free tea, coffee, water and fruit for all staff
• Enhanced holidays:
• 22 days plus 8 bank holidays - up to 5 years continuous employment
• 27 days plus 8 bank holidays - up to 10 years continuous employment
• 32 days plus 8 bank holidays - over 10 years continuous employment
• Flu Vaccine: For Staff that do not qualify for the flu vaccine through the NHS
• Bike (Cycle) Scheme: Staff can purchase a bike (max, £1000 or 50% of monthly contractual salary). The employee cycle loan request form should be completed for validation.
• Long Service Awards: We value our staff and to show recognition we offer long service awards.

Purpose of Job

· To work with families on a day-to-day basis, observing and recording the parents’ abilities to meet the immediate safety and care needs of their children. xbpsjku This will be completed through daily observations.

· To ensure parents/carers prioritise the safety and welfare needs of their children

· To create a supportive learning/re-learning environment for parents and children

· To provide childcare for children whilst their parents/carers attend Groups and Individual Sessions

· To ensure the safety of children and families during the night

· Follow procedures in place to ensure building is secure at night

Please view our companies website for further details including the job description and personal specification: Dudley Lodge website under the careers section