Children Support Worker

Coperecruit; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established charity is seeking a compassionate Children Support Worker to provide essential support to children and young people in a residential setting. This role involves building positive relationships, enhancing life skills, and promoting self-esteem through engaging activities. Ideal for a caring individual or a graduate looking to start their career in child support, this position offers full training and ongoing support for professional development. Join a dedicated team making a meaningful difference in young lives and help foster a nurturing environment where children can thrive.

Benefits

Full training provided

Ongoing support for progression

Opportunities for personal development

Qualifications

• Must possess a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent.
• Excellent communication skills and experience with young people required.

Responsibilities

• Support young people by planning activities based on their interests.
• Provide emotional support and follow individual support plans.

Skills

Communication Skills

Experience in Residential Setting

Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare

Ability to Support Young People

Education

Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare

NVQ in Childcare

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Children Support Worker, to provide child centred support to children and young people at a small residential service in Keighley.

This service meets the needs of young people both on a social and emotional level.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Children Support Worker, who is a caring individual and passionate about providing an excellent level of care to children and young people.

It could also suit a graduate who would like to begin their career supporting children and young people and making a positive difference to their lives.

As a Children Support Worker, you will make positive relationships with the children and young people.

You will provide support that enables the young people to develop life skills, confidence and help improve their self-esteem.

As a Children Support Worker, you will be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

You will encourage the young people to partake in a range of activities and develop life skills that enhance their quality of life.

The salary range does include some sleep ins.

Children Support Worker Role:

• Support young people by showing awareness of their individual interests and preferences, by introducing them to a range of different experiences and enabling them to make informed choices wherever possible.
• Plan and organise activities on a daily basis as well as for special celebrations and festivals.
• Participate in holidays and a range of sporting and physical activities with children and young people.
• Work directly with young people in accordance with agreed individual programmes and strategies (e.g. anger management, self-esteem).
• Consult in a meaningful way with young people and their families.
• Follow their individual support plan and provide emotional support.

Children Support Worker Skills / Qualifications:

• Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) or earlier equivalent (NVQ) or willingness to attain this.
• Excellent communication skills - ability to communicate with residents, team members and other professionals such as social workers.
• Experience in a residential setting or working and caring for young people with behavioral and emotional difficulties.

Company:

Child and young person centred charity, with an excellent reputation for providing support that enables young people to lead interesting and fulfilling lives. This professional organisation provides full training and ongoing support for progression for Residential Children Support Workers.