careers

Gloucester Family Care is a young person focused company who began offering a Supported Living service in 2020. When the company was established, our mission was to create a "sense of belonging to all” from the young people and children that we support, to our growing team of employees who are delivering our ethos and vision.
Team work is key in everything that we do, we know that there can be some days that are harder than others in our line of work, so people are at the heart of every decision we make. GFC not only offer staff regular supervisions and mentoring with their senior team, we also invest in regular clinical supervisions with external mental health professionals.

We demonstrate a 'Safer Recruitment' process and all staff take part in a vigorous and thorough induction. We provide a supportive, inclusive environment ensuring all staff have an equal opportunity to further develop professionally, by means of training and working towards qualifications.

We are committed to ensuring all of our young people are safe and secure when with us, all staff must undergo an enhanced safeguarding process, this will include references and a full enhanced DBS screening.

current vacancies

You will be working in our Ofsted registered Children's Home service.

Salary: £28,600 per annum plus sleep shifts.

Current sleep rate: £72.00 per night

You will contribute to an engaging, nurturing and supportive environment to enable a sense of belonging through community engagement, regular support and providing well maintained, high quality and homely accommodation.

You will have regular practice and clinical supervisions, which offer advice and guidance therapeutically.
You will be committed to your own development, growth and progression.
You will work varying shift patterns, working 37.5 Hours per week.
GFC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children you must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosures Barring Service clearance at enhanced level.

How will you help to make a meaningful change to a child or young person’s life?

GFC are looking for additional highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals to be part of our children's Home team!

Be a consistent and reliable PRESENCE around our children and young people with an empathetic and therapeutic approach
Be PASSIONATE about fostering positive relationships and strong bonds to enable young people to have the confidence they need to thrive and grow on their journey to independence.
SUPPORT children and young people by developing and enhancing good working practice for yourself
Deliver engaging, TAILORED support to promote independence whilst ensuring children and young people are safeguarded at all times.
SHARE your success and evaluate your practice to contribute to the evolution and improvement our service.

Desirable Skills

Experience working in a Children's Home or with children that are looked after.
Experience in supporting vulnerable young people who find engaging socially and emotionally difficult at times.
An understanding of the legislation and guidance relating to the provision.
Awareness of Fire and Health and Safety Regulations.
Full, clean driving licence.
Awareness of Safeguarding and Protection procedures and regulations.

Full Job Description can be found here:

We are seeking a Cleaner to join our team in Gloucester. In this diverse role, you will play a vital part in maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for our children and young people in our Alternative Provision Education service and in our head offices. You will also support our staff team that work in our Supported Accommodation houses, by assisting with cleaning communal areas. Your contributions will directly support our mission of providing a nurturing space where children and young people can thrive.

Hourly rate of £13.33 per hour

10-15 hours per week

You will also be offered the opportunity to earn additional remuneration by completing Sleep Shifts within our Supported Accommodation service, our current sleep rate is paid at £72 per night.

Responsibilities

Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in all areas of our city centre services.
Perform regular cleaning tasks including dusting, vacuuming, cleaning bathrooms and kitchens.
Ensure that cleaning supplies are stocked and maintained.
Report any maintenance issues or safety hazards to management.
Assist in creating a welcoming atmosphere for children, young people and visitors.
Collaborate with staff to ensure the needs of the children and young people are met.
Follow health and safety guidelines during all cleaning activities.
Complete a mandatory training package focused around child protection, health and safety and compliance.
GFC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosures Barring Service clearance at enhanced level.

Essential

Proven experience in cleaning or housekeeping.
Strong communication skills in English (mandatory).
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Valid driving license.

Full Job Description can be found here:

gloucester (GL1) - part time cleaner

Children's Home Support Worker

"I am dedicated to making a

positive difference to

young people's lives,

as part of this incredible team"

Joel