We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide essential care and assistance to 16-18 Year olds in Semi-independent care settings. You'll be working closely with young people who are leaving care, providing day-to-day practical and emotional support to help them build independent living skills, self-confidence, and resilience.
Duties
Support our young people with daily routines, goal setting, and life skills (e.g. budgeting, cooking, appointments, family contact etc).
Help and nurture our young person to develop important life skills to become more independent.
Promoting a safe, nurturing and structured environment.
Ensuring safeguarding and welfare needs are met at all times and recorded.
Working collaboratively with local authorities and regulating bodies.
Keeping accurate records and completing reports in line with OFSTED regulations.
Working shifts (including weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins when required).
Supporting young people with daily living activities such as meal preparation, life planning and activities.
Assist with transport as needed, ensuring their safety at all times.
Engage in meaningful activities to promote mental and emotional well-being.
Monitor and document changes in conditions and report any concerns to the appropriately.
Implement behaviour management strategie as required working with their social worker and their care plan.
Maintain a clean and safe environment by performing light housekeeping tasks as required.
Skills
Experience in children's residentital, 16-18 semi-independent living or a minimum of 1 year experience working in a care environment, such as residential care, or community support.
Working towards or willing to work towards a Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (essential).
A clean driving licence (essential).
Enhanced DBS check will be required (can be arranged through us).
Passionate about supporting vulnerable young people.
Reliable, resilient, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
Flexibility to work across different shifts and homes if required.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: 12.21-15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 12 - 40 per week
Benefits:
Company pension
Sick pay
Application question(s):
Do you have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent?
Experience:
Care: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
Enhanced DBS (preferred)
Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
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