Children's Support Worker: SEMH & Autism Advocate

TeacherActive; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a Children's Support Worker for a residential home in Sunderland. The role covers both day and night shifts, with part-time and full-time opportunities and a PAYE payroll.

You will support children and young people with SEMH, complex trauma, or autism, safeguarding, and help develop essential life skills through engaging activities.

A relevant Children and Young People qualification is desirable, and prior experience is required to join our dedicated team.

Qualifications

• A relevant Children and Young People qualification is desirable
• Previous experience supporting children or young people is required
• Experience supporting SEMH, complex trauma or autism
• A strong understanding of safeguarding
• The ability to engage young people in activities and support the development of life skills
• A patient, reliable and positive approach

Responsibilities

• Support safeguarding
• Engage young people in activities and help develop life skills
• Provide consistent day-to-day support

Skills

SEMH experience

Safeguarding knowledge

Life skills development

Patient and positive attitude

Education

Children and Young People qualification (desirable)

Job description

TeacherActive is seeking a Children's Support Worker for a residential home in Sunderland. The role covers both day and night shifts, with part-time and full-time opportunities and a PAYE payroll.

You will support children and young people with SEMH, complex trauma, or autism, safeguarding, and help develop essential life skills through engaging activities.

A relevant Children and Young People qualification is desirable, and prior experience is required to join our dedicated team.