Children's Support Worker

Full Job Description

I have a FANTASTIC opportunity for a MOTIVATED and RESILIENT individual to join a residential service as a Children's Support Worker in the Worcestershire area .

We are looking for a PASSIONATE and COMMITTED individual who wants to make a difference in the lives of young people.

No two days are ever the same so you need to be able to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. It is challenging, but incredibly rewarding work!!

**Due to the nature of the job and the activities involved, we are only able to consider applicants who have a full driver's licence**

Job Title: Children's Support Worker

£27,690 - £30,690(sleep allowance included)

Location: Bromyard,Herefordshire

Rota: 2 on 4 off shift pattern

Hours: 7.30 am - 11 pm- sleep / 7 am - 11 pm - sleep / 7 am - 8 am.

Shift pattern: Full time

Contract: Permanent

Benefits:

• Opportunity to complete the Level 3 Children & Young People qualification - fully funded!!!

• £500 bonus after 6 months & 12 months

• Free meals whilst on shift

• Get paid to play computer games and go to theme parks!!!

• Casual dress code

• Company pension

• 28 days annual leave

• Access to discounts for shopping outlets, restaurants and cinemas

• Comprehensive Training Package including scheduled ongoing face-to-face training and CPD planning

• Plenty of opportunities to maximise earnings and career development

Responsibilities:

• To encourage the young people to do activities and take responsibility for their own lives depending on their age.

• To keep the homely, friendly culture and environment of the homes.

• To be able to deal with challenging behaviours when needed.

• Protect children and young people from risks to their health and welfare.

• Provide support for the children and young people in the home and to promote their independence and well-being.

• Maintain a safe environment for young people.

• Ensuring the safety of the students and maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of the individual's; care plan, guidelines, reward system and preferred method of communication.

• Supporting taxing behaviour safely and sympathetically.

• Develop and maintain good working relationships with the staff, parents, Social Workers and other professionals that may be involved in the young people's lives such as Psychologists.

Requirements:

• Experience as a Children's Support Worker, or with Young People is desirable but not essential.

• Experience within another healthcare or social care setting is desirable.

• You must be a car driver as you will be required to transport young people from time to time.

• You must be over the age of 21.

• NVQ or QCF level 3 in Children & Young People is desirable.

• You must be able to commute to Worcestershire

If you want to make a difference, make a positive impact, and support young people in health & social care this is the PERFECT job for you!

Click apply today!!