Job description

ROYAL SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND LIVERPOOL

The Royal School for the Blind, Liverpool offers educational placements for children with visual impairments and moderate to severe learning disabilities. Placements at the school are for both day and residential children.

It is the aim of the School to provide the highest educational and care opportunities for all our children.

RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKERS

Dates: To commence ASAP

Salary: NJC SCP 2 - 4 (20,441 – 21,189) full time equivalent salary plus SEN allowance of 1,401

This will be pro-rated down to reflect term time nature of the post and taking the hours into consideration

Location: Church Road North, Wavertree, Liverpool L15 6TQ

Contract type: Part Time & Bank

Contract term: Permanent/Bank Term time only

Position 1

Tuesday- Friday inclusive : 7am – 10am

Position 2

Monday – Thursday inclusive : 3pm – 9.30pm

Position 3

Bank Contract – To cover various shifts on a, ‘as and when required’ basis

Please note that all positions require an element of flexibility and therefore, should the needs of the service change there could be a change in hours with notice

We are seeking to appoint a candidate with NVQ Level 3 in Care, or actively working towards this qualification. This position would be suitable for a person with previous care experience, and in particular within a residential school environment. It is desirable that you have had experience working with young people with MDVI, emotional and behavioral difficulties. You should have a caring, warm nature, be outgoing, non-judgmental and an ability to work as a team. The role may include a requirement to sleep in (accommodation & additional allowance provided).

It is a challenging role, where no two days are the same, but the rewards are about enhancing out children’s lives, helping them to achieve and reach their full potential.

Closing date: Friday 17thFebruary 2023
Interview date: ASAP thereafter

The Residential Provision is judged to be Good by Ofsted.

Applications are welcome from those with enthusiasm and commitment.

Safeguarding: We consider safeguarding as our highest priority and have a safeguarding culture. The post will be subject to a range of pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

For further information about us please visit our website www.rsblind.org

CVs are not acceptable.

Applications should be made using the school application form which can be downloaded from the school website or contact school directly on 0151 733 1012.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Zero hours contract
Part-time hours: 12-26 per week

Salary: £20,441.00-£21,189.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Wellness programme

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme

COVID-19 considerations:
We are working within our Covid 19 risk assessment.

Education:

• Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)

Experience:

• relevant: 1 year (preferred)
• working with children with SEND: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 17/02/2023
Reference ID: RSW