Job Description

Support Worker / Syston / Young People

You'll be part of a supportive service providing a safe, nurturing environment for up to three young people (aged 8-18) at a time, each presenting with complex risks and behaviours.

Our focus is on providing opportunities for them to enjoy new experiences, establish friendships, and develop essential confidence, independence, and social/emotional skills.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Building trust and creating nurturing relationships that genuinely promote each young person's independence, wellbeing, strengths, and capabilities. Working closely in partnership with parents/carers and other professionals. Contributing to the smooth, daily running of the home (e.g., cooking, cleaning, and upkeep). Maintaining a safe environment at all times and ensuring all safeguarding policies and procedures are strictly followed. Accurately documenting information and keeping records up to date.
Your base will be one of our homes in Hinckley, Coalville, or Syston.However, to provide the best cover for our young people, flexibility to travel across the locality to work shifts in other homes as needed is essential.

Essential Requirements

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare OR the willingness to successfully achieve this within the required timeframe. A strong motivation to make a positive difference, create a safe space, and build resilience in young people's lives. The ability to demonstrate a good understanding of safeguarding and protection of vulnerable children and young people. The flexibility to commit to shift work, including sleep-ins, weekends, and bank holidays.
Note: Relevant experience is desirable but not essential. We value the right attitude and a willingness to learn above all else!We believe in supporting those who support our young people.

That's why we offer a comprehensive package designed to look after your financial, physical, and professional wellbeing.

Generous Time Off: Start with 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with this increasing after 5 years' service. Plus, you have the option to buy up to another 5 days via our HolidayPlus scheme. Financial Security & Savings: Access to a Group Personal Pension with a matched 4% or 6% contribution. You can pay via salary sacrifice for tax and NI savings. Death in service cover of 4x annual earnings. Service-related sick pay from day one. Enjoy huge discounts and cashback from major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, and more via our Benefit Portal, plus a 20% discount at our stores. Take advantage of our Cycle2work scheme and interest-free season ticket loans. Family & Health Support: A host of family-friendly leave options, including company Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption pay. Option to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy, and more. Free, confidential access to a round-the-clock employee assistance program for advice and support. Professional Development: Access to our full Learning and Development offer to help you grow your career.
Ready to start? Please apply by submitting a fully up-to-date CV/work history

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay Store discount Transport links
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person