Job Description

Overview

Flair Care Solutions bridges the gap to independent living for young people aged 16-17 years, providing support, accommodation and life skills, in preparation for the challenges and to help them achieve their goals.
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing emotional, social and practical support to young people in supported accommodation.

Responsibilities

Provide emotional support

: Offer guidance to help young people manage their emotions and cope with personal challenges.

Promote positive behaviour

: Encourage positive behaviour while addressing and challenging unacceptable behaviour.

Support Education

: Assist young people with their educational needs, including homework help and attending school/college meetings.

Develop Life Skills

: Teach and support independent living skills such as budgeting, shopping, cooking, basic home maintenance .

Build Relationships

: Establish trust and positive relationships with young people to create a supportive environment.

Advocate for Young People

: Represent young people's interests in meetings and ensure their needs are met.

Safeguarding:

Ensure safeguarding of young people is your priority. Protect the welfare of young people and ensure you follow policy and procedure to report any acts of abuse or poor practice.

Work as Part of a Team

: Collaborate with colleagues and other professionals to provide comprehensive support

Maintain accurate records

of support provided and report any concerns to senior staff members.

Uphold the highest standards

of health and safety practices within the environment.

Maintain Confidentiality

: Ensure all information about young people is kept confidential and shared only when necessary for their well-being

Skills

Experience in Working with Young People

: Previous experience if desirable , training is provided if no previous experience.

Empathy and Patience

: Ability to understand and support young people's needs.

Problem-Solving Skills

: Ability to address and resolve issues effectively.

Communication skills

: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact positively with young people, their families, guardians and other professionals.

Flexibility

: Adaptability to different situations and needs.

A proactive approach to problem-solving

and behaviour management techniques.

Person Specification

Essential

Interpersonal skills Conflict resolution skills Able to work under pressure and deal with challenging behaviours Work well with other colleagues and demonstrate respect towards others Able to work as part of a team Understand the importance of maintaining professional boundaries Able to motivate young people so targets and goals are achieved Experience of report writing and record keeping Comply with all policies and procedures Deal with issues promptly and notify appropriate managers as necessary. Able to work a flexible working pattern including evenings, weekends and/or sleep in duties as and when required Full driving licence

Desirable

One years' experience as a support worker/residential care worker and/or transferrable skills from a role of supporting vulnerable adults/children. Examples include teachers, learning support assistants, prison and probation officers.*

Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we support by applying your skills and compassion as a Support Worker.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From 12.30 per hour

Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person