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Children's Support Worker

Posted 4 days ago by @ Vetro Recruitment

  • Somerton, Somerset
  • Permanent
  • EXCELLENT BENEFIT PACKAGE!
  • £28,393 to £29,683 /Yr
  • Standard
  • Expires In 24 days

Do you want to join a truly unique residential service that specialises in supporting young people with severe trauma to thrive and achieve their goals?

I have a BRILLIANT opportunity for a COMMITTED and RESILIENT individual to join a residential service in Compton Dundon, Somerton as a Children's Support Worker.

The service tailors the care & support they provide, prioritising the needs and wants of their young people. You will motivate young people to take ownership of their lives while encouraging their learning and development.

Job Title: Children's Support Worker

Salary: £28,393- £29,683 (sleep allowance included)

Location: Compton Dundon, Somerton (TA21 postcode)

Hours: 40 hours per week

Shift pattern: 2 on 4 off

Contract: Permanent

**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**

Benefits:


  • Opportunity to complete the Level 3 Children & Young People qualification - fully funded!
  • 2-week fully funded induction package
  • Online and in-house training tailored to help you support the young people in your care
  • Overtime availability
  • Free meals whilst on shift
  • Casual dress code
  • Comprehensive Training Package including scheduled ongoing face-to-face training and CPD planning
  • There are 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.
  • Support the children and young people in the home and promote their independence and well-being.
  • Ensuring the safety of the young people and maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of the individual's; care plan, guidelines, reward system and preferred method of communication.
  • Support taxing behaviour safely and sympathetically.
  • Develop and maintain good working relationships with the staff, parents, Social Workers and other professionals involved in the young people's lives such as Psychologists.
  • Organise and participate in activities and holidays, ensuring risk assessments have been followed.

Requirements:


  • You must hold a Full UK Manual Driving Licence as you'll be required to transport young people from time to time ESSENTIAL
  • Experience working with Young People who display challenging behaviours DESIRABLE
  • Already completed Level 3 NVQ in Children and Young People DESIRABLE
  • We can only consider candidates who are 21 years old ESSENTIAL

If you want to make a difference and support young people, whilst starting a career in the health & social care sector as a Children's Support Worker this is the PERFECT job for you!

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