Children's Care Support Worker

Real Staffing; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking Support Workers in Leeds to provide high-quality care and support for children and young people in a residential care home. The ideal candidate will have experience in care, strong communication skills, and an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care. This role requires 12-hour shifts, including weekends and bank holidays, with a competitive hourly rate of £12.50.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care or support role, ideally with children.
• Enhanced DBS check required prior to employment.
• Ability to support emotional and behavioral needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day care and supervision for children and young people.
• Assist with daily routines such as meals and hygiene.
• Build trusting relationships and act as a positive role model.

Skills

Compassionate care

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People)

Job description

Location: Leeds, UK

Hours: 12-hour shifts, 3-4 days per week (including weekends and bank holidays)

Salary: Competitive, based on experience (£12.50 per hour)

About the Role

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Support Workers to join our team in providing high-quality care to children and young people in a residential care home setting. You will play a vital role in supporting their emotional, physical, and social development, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day care and supervision for children and young people aged 5-18.
• Support children with emotional and behavioural needs, including those with trauma backgrounds.
• Assist with daily routines such as meals, hygiene, school runs, and recreational activities.
• Build trusting relationships and act as a positive role model.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to care plans and reviews.
• Work collaboratively with social workers, therapists, and other professionals.
• Ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are followed at all times.

Shift Pattern

• 12-hour shifts (e.g., 8am-8pm or 8pm-8am)
• 3-4 days per week on a rolling rota
• Includes weekends and public holidays on a rotational basis

Requirements

• Previous experience in a care or support role (children's residential care preferred)
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People) or willingness to work towards it
• Enhanced DBS check (required prior to employment)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm and resilient in challenging situations

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To find out more about Real, please visit www.realstaffing.com

Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales