Residential Care Workers

Residential Care Worker, Exmouth

Hours: 39 hours per week (Weekends only), Term time 39 weeks per year

We are seeking 2 weekend Residential Care Workers to provide personalised weekend care support to a 16-year-old female who is Deaf with MSI needs and requires weekend short stay care, supported by a stable 2:1 staffing team in her own flat. The young person has alternative care during the week and attends the Deaf Academy College. This position is weekend during term time only. You will play a key role in offering meaningful respite, promoting independence and supporting her wellbeing.

You will be:

This role includes supporting the young person in various activities:

You will accompany her and provide safe, person-centred support in line with her communication and sensory profile.

Here at the Deaf Academy we have a unique culture. Student and employee development is at the core of what we do. We inspire the next generation to do incredible things. We are an award-winning organisation and our teams create a positive, stimulating environment to enable our children and young people to thrive. We’re looking for extraordinary people to join us and help shape our future. Working with us is more than just a job. You’ll have access to fantastic benefits and receive invaluable training to develop your career.

Shift Pattern:

Every 3rd weekend the student will return home, along with all school holidays being non-working

What We’re Looking For

What We Offer

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults; as such an enhanced DBS check is required.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).

The Academy is a Disability Committed Employer in promoting diversity and inclusion for all its students and staff. The Academy is also signed up to the Armed Forces Covenant in supporting ex-service personnel in recognising their skills and experience.