Bank Children's Residential Support Worker: Make a Difference

Horizon Care Ltd; Melksham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tastecard discounts

Bluelight card

MyGym discounts

Real Living Wage employer

Competitive pay rates

Refer a Friend scheme

Life Assurance

CPD opportunities

Induction and training program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Horizon Care and Education invites applications for a Bank Children’s Residential Support Worker to support looked after young people in our homes. You will help with daily routines, education routines, meals, and leisure, in a safe, therapeutic environment.

We value flexible, compassionate people who can work evenings, weekends and sleep-ins; a Full UK Manual Driving licence is essential; progression to a Level 3 qualification in Children’s and Young People Workforce is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Full UK Manual Driving licence (essential) to take children to school and activities.
• Ability to be a great role model to looked after children.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with young people.
• Genuine care and compassion to work with looked after children.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and sleep-ins.
• Willingness to complete Level 3 qualification in Children’s and Young People Workforce.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day care and create a safe, homely, therapeutic environment.
• Support daily routines such as getting ready for school and healthy meals.
• Ensure young people have a space to relax and unwind.
• Support development through activities and consistent care.
• Build meaningful relationships and meet safeguarding needs.
• Work with other professionals and contribute to care planning.

Skills

Great role model

Building trusting relationships

Genuine care and compassion

Flexibility with shifts

Full UK Manual Driving Licence

Education

Level 3 qualification in Children’s and Young People Workforce

Job description

Horizon Care and Education invites applications for a Bank Children’s Residential Support Worker to support looked after young people in our homes. You will help with daily routines, education routines, meals, and leisure, in a safe, therapeutic environment.

We value flexible, compassionate people who can work evenings, weekends and sleep-ins; a Full UK Manual Driving licence is essential; progression to a Level 3 qualification in Children’s and Young People Workforce is encouraged.