Senior Residential Childcare Officer

• Are you passionate about caring?
• Are you committed to supporting children using short breaks?
• Are you highly experienced with working with children with a disability?
• Are you able to engage with disabled children and are passionate about getting the best outcomes for children and their families?

Charles House is a children's home based in West Heath in south Birmingham recently judged OUTSTANDING  by Ofsted. We provide care for up to 7 children at a time with a range of disabilities. All the children we provide care for are aged between five and eighteen, have a statement of special educational needs and are mobile. They live in the Birmingham area with their families and only come to Charles House for Short Breaks, some may have heard this called ‘respite care’ in the past.

Our aim is to enable families who have a child with a disability to care for that child to the best of their ability and recharge their energy, whilst knowing their child is cared for by an experienced well trained and above all caring staff team. 

The role

• You will have at least 2 years’ experience of working with children including experience of working with disabled children. 
• You will need to hold the QCF level 3 or equivalent or be willing to undertake the qualification within 6 months of starting the role. 
• You will be responsible for key working and ensuring good relationships with children and their families as well as working with a wide range of professionals. 
• You will be expected to undertake a range of training, including training in communication with non- verbal children and some health care training. We have specialist nurse trainers who will enable you to be competent in this area. 
• You will also be expected to undertake a high level of personal care.
• You will need to have good organisational skills work as part of a team and be able to plan and engage in a wide range of sport play and leisure activities with children.

The Trust pay an enhanced night allowance of time and a third for hours worked between 8pm and 6am.

The Residential provision is a 24hr service, applicants for these roles will be expected to work shifts, weekends and bank holidays. 

For informal enquiries please contact Julie Clark or Belinda McBain at [email protected] or 01216755879

We welcome visits to the homes by applicants. Please contact the above email address or phone number to arrange.

Help us to change children and young people’s lives!

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.
• Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.
• Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.

Our Values

We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.

We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.

We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.

Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.

Safeguarding

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.

The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people.

We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.