Children's Support Worker

Leader Education; Crawley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated organization in Crawley seeks a Children's Support Worker to provide compassionate care in a residential home environment. This full-time role offers a chance to positively influence the lives of children, ensuring their well-being through personalized care and collaborative teamwork. Successful candidates will engage in daily support activities, promote positive behaviors, and uphold safeguarding policies.

Benefits

Fully funded training and qualifications

Enhanced pay scales based on qualifications and experience

Employee Benefits program

NEST Pension Scheme

Life assurance

28 days annual leave including Bank Holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Experience in children's residential care is necessary.
• A clean enhanced DBS check is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Providing care and support to children in a residential setting.
• Assisting with personal care, education support, and recreation.

Skills

Good communication skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

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About

I am contacting you as you recently applied for a role with us working with children in a school environment. I would love to speak to you about your application further please could you book in a call via the following link so we can discuss this further with you:

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I am contacting you as you recently applied for a role with us working with children in a school environment. I would love to speak to you about your application further please could you book in a call via the following link so we can discuss this further with you:

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I hope to hear from you soon.

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Job Title: Children's Support Worker (Residential Childrens Home)

Job Type: Full-Time, 39 hours per week, plus sleep ins

Salary: £27,500 per year PLUS additional £3,000-£6,000 per year for sleep-ins

Location: Crawley

About Our Client

Leader Recruitment Group are working with a dedicated and compassionate organisation committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for children and young people who cannot live with their families. Their residential home focuses on promoting the physical, emotional, and social development of each child in our care.

Job Description

They are seeking empathetic and committed Residential Care Workers to join their team. You will play a crucial role in:

• Providing day-to-day care and support to children and young people in our residential setting.
• Helping to create a safe, positive, and home-like environment.
• Assisting with personal care, education support, and recreational activities.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and development through personalised care plans.
• Working collaboratively with other professionals like social workers, therapists, and educators to ensure the best outcomes for each child.
• Managing daily household tasks and ensuring the home is maintained to high standards.
• Documenting and reporting on the progress and wellbeing of the children.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with children in activities that promote their growth and wellbeing.
• Monitor and record behaviour patterns and progress.
• Handle emergency situations calmly and appropriately.
• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions aimed at improving care practices.
• Ensure compliance with all safeguarding and child protection policies.
  
  

Requirements

• Experience in children's residential care.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, or equivalent, is desirable.
• Must have a warm, caring nature with a genuine interest in the welfare of children.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A clean enhanced DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service) is mandatory.
• A full UK Driving Licence
• Flexibility to work shifts including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
  
  

Benefits

• Full induction and introductory program
• Fully funded training and qualifications
• Enhanced pay scales based on qualifications and experience.
• Enhanced company maternity and paternity pay
• Employee Benefits program
• NEST Pension Scheme
• Life assurance
• EnhancedDBS(Disclosure and Barring Service) check paid for by us.
• 28 days annual leave including Bank Holiday entitlement.
  
  

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