Children's Health Care Assistant - Empower & Support

The Isle Of Wight Council's Terms & Conditions; Fairlee; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Comprehensive induction and training

Funded apprenticeship qualification

Enhanced pay for evenings, weekends, &

Overtime opportunities

Career progression opportunities

Annual leave 32 days p/a + holidays

Job summary

The Isle of Wight Council is seeking an Apprentice Support Worker for Beaulieu House to help children and young people with disabilities lead meaningful lives. You will deliver person-centred care, support daily living activities and participate in activities that promote independence and wellbeing.

Join a supportive team, attend training, and progress within a role that makes a real difference in a nurturing residential setting. This is an apprenticeship pathway with generous staff benefits.

Qualifications

• Have experience working with children, young people or adults with disabilities.
• Are caring, patient and committed to making a positive difference.
• Have excellent communication skills.
• Can build meaningful relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Are confident completing written records and reports.
• Have a positive "can-do" attitude and are flexible in your approach.
• Understand safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
• Are willing to work a flexible shift pattern, including evenings, weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, person-centred care and support to children and young people.
• Assist with personal care, health needs and daily living activities while promoting dignity and independence.
• Support young people to access activities, hobbies, community opportunities and social experiences.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with children, families and professionals.
• Follow care plans, behaviour support plans, risk assessments and health protocols.
• Support children to develop communication, life skills and confidence.
• Complete accurate recordings, reports and documentation.
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Attend training, supervision and team meetings to continually develop your knowledge and skills.
• Willing to work a flexible shift pattern, including evenings, weekends.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare

Job description

The Isle of Wight Council is seeking an Apprentice Support Worker for Beaulieu House to help children and young people with disabilities lead meaningful lives. You will deliver person-centred care, support daily living activities and participate in activities that promote independence and wellbeing.

Join a supportive team, attend training, and progress within a role that makes a real difference in a nurturing residential setting. This is an apprenticeship pathway with generous staff benefits.