Children's Support Worker with Outdoor Activities

Keys; Wales; Remote; GBP 28.000 - 30.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Blue Light Card

Referral Bonus

Care First EAP

Circle membership

NEST Pension

Long Service Awards

Cycle to Work

Induction programme

Zusammenfassung

Keys Group is seeking a Children\'s Support Worker with Outdoor Activities for our activity centre in Gwynedd, North Wales. The role requires residing on site during four consecutive working days, with sleep-ins, to provide consistent care for children aged 8–18.

You will lead adventurous activities such as rock climbing, mountain biking, kayaking and other outdoor pursuits, building trust and daily care routines.

Qualifikationen

• Must hold a full UK driving licence.
• Ability to lead outdoor/adventure activities and provide daily care for young people.

Aufgaben

• Build nurturing relationships with young people and provide emotional stability and daily care.
• Lead outdoor activities such as rock climbing, mountain biking, walking, kayaking.
• Work within a supportive team to create a safe and stimulating environment.

Kenntnisse

Driving licence

Adventure activities

Jobbeschreibung

Children's Support Worker with Outdoor Activities

JOB ROLE:Children’s Activity Based Support Worker

LOCATION: Gwynedd, North Wales (LL39)

SALARY:£13.95 - £14.55* per hour // £28,290 - £29,507 per annum + up to £6000 sleep-in allowance.

SHIFT PATTERNS:39 hours per week – 4 consecutive working days (including overnights), followed by 8 days off

REQUIREMENTS:Full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle - essential

About Keys Group Activity & Intervention:

This position requires you to reside at our activities centre overnight during your four working days to provide consistent support to the children. Accommodation and meals will be provided to you throughout your stay.

With Keys Group, you will be working in an activity-based residential home specifically designed to support young people aged 8-18. These young individuals often face social, emotional & mental health challenges.

Our Activity and Intervention service offers a 12-week programme for these young people to offer a change of scenery. We offer a break from difficult circumstances, a fresh start and help them to build up their confidence by enforcing positive routines through activities.

While your primary role is that of a care worker,a strong focus on adventure and staying active is key to the role — think mountain biking, rock climbing, walking, kayaking and much more. If you love adventure and being outside, you’ll fit right in!

Key Responsibilities & Role Requirements:

• Age & Driving License: Must be over 21 and hold a full UK driver’s license.
• Commitment: Ability to work 39 hours per week, adhering to the 4 days on, 8 days off shift pattern, including sleep-ins.
• Eligibility to Work in the UK: Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Support & Care: Build nurturing relationships with young people, providing emotional stability and daily care to help them thrive.
• Engage in Outdoor Activities: Lead adventurous activities such as rock climbing, mountain biking, and kayaking, fostering confidence and essential life skills.
• Personal Development: Serve as a role model, supporting personal and social development through structured activities and day-to-day care routines.
• Collaborative Teamwork: Work within a supportive team to create a safe, caring, and stimulating environment for the children.
• Annual Leave - Enjoy 5.6 weeks of annual leave inclusive of 8 public holidays.
• DBS Check Paid - Your Enhanced DBS check, is fully covered by Keys Group, along with any required renewals.
• Qualifications & Career Development - Unlock your potential with our support! We offer a variety of QCF qualifications, providing opportunities for professional growth and opening doors to further career advancement.
• Fair & Competitive Pay - At Keys Group, we pride ourselves on fair and competitive pay. As a Real Living Wage Employer, we ensure fair pay for all, with enhanced pay scales that transparently recognise your qualifications and experience.
• Blue Light Card- at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee
• Referral Bonus - Refer talented individuals to Keys Group and split a £500 bonus when they successfully join and complete their probation.
• Care First- We care about your well-being and that's why we're pleased to offer our employees an Employee Assistance Program. If you need someone to talk to, the EAP is here for you - confidentially and at no cost.
• Circle - Your hub for wellbeing, engagement and discounts. From tailored exercise advice and healthy eating tips to counselling and savings on everyday purchases, Circle has you covered.
• NEST Pension Scheme - Save for your retirement with a matched contribution of up to 3% from Keys Group.
• Long Service Awards -It's our way of saying a heartfelt thank you for everything you do.
• Cycle to Work Scheme- You could save up to 42% on a brand-new bike and accessories.
• Full Induction & Introductory Programme - Begin your journey with a paid-for comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success.

About Keys Group

Keys Care provides safe, supportive homes for adults and children, offering tailored services and specialist support to help people thrive. Through our Connected Support approach, we empower individuals to build stability, resilience, and a strong sense of belonging

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are also committed to supporting the Armed Forces community through our Armed Forces Covenant.

Eligible candidates from military backgrounds are guaranteed an interview – please include details of your service on your CV.

Please note that due to the vulnerable nature of the people that we support, all applicants must be over the age of 21

*Dependant on experience and qualification

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Children's Support Worker with Outdoor Activities