Children's Residential Support Worker - 2 On 3 Off

  • trentham

Support Worker - Children and Young People residential setting

Salaries starting from £10.61ph for unqualified + sleep ins (£40 per sleep in)

A UK driving license and access to a vehicle is essential

Are you working in an agency but not getting the hours every week? Looking for a permanent position?

Feeling underpaid in your current role with no progression opportunities?

We have some incredible opportunities available for motivated individuals, both qualified and unqualified, to provide 121 care to children and young people.

Role

Based within a residential setting, you will be working with children and young people with complex care needs and/or emotional and challenging behaviour. You will be involved with school runs, appointments, day to day care of the children ensuring their safety and wellbeing at all times. You will get involved in activities as well as upkeep of the home including meal preparation.

You will provide advice, assistance and support to young people, safeguarding their welfare at all times. Ensuring that the practical, physical and emotional needs are met at all times.

You would work within a team to achieve the aims and objectives of the home. Attending young people's meeting and contributing accordingly

Shift Patterns

  • 2 long days then 4 days off _

You will be expected to complete Sleep in's as part of the shift patterns.

Requirements :

  • The right to work in the UK - no sponsorship available
  • Full UK driving license + business insurance (mileage paid)
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
  • A warm, compassionate, nurturing, and caring nature
  • Ability to work with understanding, tact and patience
  • Committed to providing person centered care

Rewards

  • Full training
  • Competitive salary
  • Employee recognition
  • Funding for qualifications and courses

Job Types : Full-time, Permanent

Salary : From £10.61 per hour

Benefits :

  • Discounted or free food
  • Employee discount
  • Free or subsidised travel

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift
  • Day shift

Application question(s):

  • Do you have your own vehicle?

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

  • United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person