Children's Support Worker

JR United Kingdom; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent care provider in Wolverhampton seeks a dedicated Support Worker for their Children's Residential Service. The successful candidate will offer essential support, foster relationships with children, and promote positive outcomes, with opportunities for career development in a rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a UK Full Driving Licence.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Experience in residential childcare is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and supervision to staff and children.
• Manage staff rotas and ensure effective handovers.
• Safeguard children and maintain documentation.

Skills

Monitoring

Supervision

Relationship Building

Job description

Job Title: Support Worker (Children’s Residential Service)

*WE ARE NOT ABLE TO OFFER SPONSORSHIP*

Hours: Average 40 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

About us:

Care Perspectives is a specialist provider of care and support to children & young people with complex mental health disorders, learning disabilities, and emotional and behavioural difficulties. Since our establishment, we have developed services to achieve the best outcomes for our children & young people, fostering independence.

Job Summary:

As a Support Worker, you will:

• Provide effective monitoring, support, and supervision to the staff team, acting as a positive role model in line with Care Regulations.
• Manage staff rotas, complete daily shift queries, and ensure high-standard handovers.
• Provide on-call cover as arranged by the Home Manager.
• Ensure all documentation and records are completed as required.
• Maintain positive relationships with children & young people, safeguarding them at all times.
• This role offers a great opportunity to continue your career in care, working with a dedicated team committed to making a difference. Your work will be both challenging and rewarding, with children and young people listened to, respected, and involved in decision-making.

Requirements:

• UK Full Driving Licence
• Basic Computer Skills
• Experience in Residential childcare (Minimum 2 years) - Desirable

We offer a rewarding career with opportunities for progression in a growing organization committed to equal opportunities, staff development, retention, and inclusion.

Care Perspectives is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people. All applicants must undergo safeguarding screening, including checks with past employers and a fully Enhanced DBS.