Children's Support Worker

Elwood Recruitment; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated recruitment agency is seeking experienced support workers in Wolverhampton to assist vulnerable children with complex health needs. The role includes mentoring, activity support, and developing skills for independent living. Candidates must have QCF/NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People and at least 6 months of experience in the care sector. Flexible shift patterns offer control over work schedules, contributing to a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ months experience in care support work in the UK.
• Passion for supporting vulnerable children.
• Ability to manage complex behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Assist in activities providing experiences and skills to young individuals.
• Support and mentor children in daily activities.
• Develop personal skills to encourage independent living.
• Engage positively to aid children's development.
• Report key aspects of care and develop professionally.

Skills

Caring for vulnerable children

Supporting individuals with disabilities

Mentoring and educating children

Education

QCF/NVQ Level 3 Children & Young People

Job description

Who Should Apply?

• Do you have a Level 3 CYP or QCF qualification?
• Do you live in Wolverhampton?
• Do you have a passion for taking care and supporting vulnerable children?
• Do you have a minimum of 6 months experience within the care sector?

About the Service

Elwood Recruitment are recruiting dedicated, experienced and committed support workers to provide care and support to vulnerable children and young people within a residential short breaks service based in Wolverhampton.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in varied and exciting activities, providing positive experiences and independent living skills to children and young people with complex health needs, physical and learning disabilities (LD).
• Supporting individuals living with profound learning difficulties, aged 5‑18 years.
• Supporting, mentoring and educating children with day‑to‑day activities to develop their emotional and social needs.
• Developing personal and practical skills to enhance independent living.
• Positive engagement to encourage children and young people in their development.
• Reporting and recording key aspects of care and developing your professional skills as part of an on‑going development plan.
• Managing complex behaviours that may challenge.

Schedule & Pay

Flexible shift patterns , including earlies, lates, long days and waking nights on a weekly basis, giving you full control over when you would like to work and the benefit of weekly pay.

Essential Experience

• Care & Support Work: 6 months in the UK.

Essential Qualifications

• QCF/NVQ Level 3 Children & Young People.

Equal Opportunities

Elwood Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer valuing diversity and inclusion. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and references.

Job Type

Full‑time Temp to perm.

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