Bank Support Worker — Transform Young Lives (Flexible Hours)

Compass Community; Redhill; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in pay

Flexible shifts

REACH Awards

Training opportunities

Professional supervision

Job summary

Compass Community is seeking a Bank Support Worker to help support children in care, with a focus on safety, empathy and developing self-esteem. You’ll join a dedicated team in our children's homes and contribute to a warm, stable environment.

We welcome applicants with or without prior experience; we provide induction, ongoing training and professional supervision to help you grow. Flexible hours and bank shifts make this a rewarding way to start or develop a career in residential care.

Qualifications

• Is 22 years of age or above (to meet Ofsted regulations).
• Is caring, compassionate and able to build positive relationships with others.
• Has a valid manual driving licence.
• Can remain calm in challenging situations.
• Previous experience is not essential for this role.
• You will receive a comprehensive induction and ongoing training.

Responsibilities

• You will work closely with children and young people in care, putting them at the centre of everything you do. You will create positive relationships with them, meeting their needs and always safeguarding them.
• You will meet a variety of children and young people, some of whom may require high levels of supervision and support.
• Using your experience and skills (further developed with our support and training), you will assist with the care of our children and young people, supporting them in all aspects of their lives including activities, hobbies and educational pursuits.
• Consistency and organisation skills are key: you will create timetables and set boundaries and expectations for the children.

Skills

Caring

Compassionate

Calm under pressure

Relationship building

Team player

Driving license

Job description

Compass Community is seeking a Bank Support Worker to help support children in care, with a focus on safety, empathy and developing self-esteem. You’ll join a dedicated team in our children's homes and contribute to a warm, stable environment.

We welcome applicants with or without prior experience; we provide induction, ongoing training and professional supervision to help you grow. Flexible hours and bank shifts make this a rewarding way to start or develop a career in residential care.