Children Support Worker #12306762

Semester.co.uk; Chester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated support workers to assist children and young people in a residential setting. This permanent role offers a chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals, helping them develop their independence skills. With flexible shifts and opportunities for immediate start, this position is ideal for those passionate about making an impact. The company values progression and offers great benefits, making it an excellent choice for those looking to grow in their careers while supporting a noble cause.

Qualifications

• Experience in a residential setting supporting children aged 5-16.
• Willingness to undertake further training in relevant areas.

Responsibilities

• Assist young people's social workers in delivering services.
• Provide ongoing support and monitor young people's progress.
• Maintain electronic records and prepare reports.

Skills

Experience working with Children and Young People

Support work

Communication Skills

IT Skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 Health and Social Care

NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care

General Education

Job description

Experience working with Children and Young People as a support worker.

This is a permanent position and would be ideal for people around Chester.

We also have roles in Congleton, Stafford, Stoke, or Crewe.

Rota and shifts available are:

1. 8am – 10pm days
2. 8am – 8.30am (sleep shift 11pm-7.30am sleeping)
3. 9.30pm – 8.30am (waking night)

Sleeps paid at £70. Waking nights are time and a third.

Pay scales – £12.21 – £13.22 depending on experience and qualifications

Preferred Criteria

NVQ level 2 or 3 Health and Social care OR Children and Young People

This is a permanent position supporting Children in a Residential Setting based in the area. A great company with great benefits and lots of progression.

Although permanent, we are also looking for candidates who could start immediately on a temp-to-perm basis. This will be full-time for the first 12 weeks, moving onto a permanent contract on week 13.

Supporting children aged between 05-16, you will be helping to increase their independence skills and supporting them in various ways.

It is essential that you have experience working within a similar setting and preferably have completed NVQ3 Children & Young People Workforce or a similar qualification within this sector.

Qualifications/Requirements

High standard of general education.

Preferably NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care – Children and Young People (CCYP) or equivalent.

Willingness to undertake further training.

Current full driving license with business insurance.

Job Purpose

To be responsible for providing support for vulnerable people (service users) for the company.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

1. Assist the young person’s allocated social worker in the delivery of the service, including:

• Providing transport/escort to the young person as directed in care plans
• Conducting welcome and induction for young people
• Ongoing assessments
• Providing ongoing support and monitoring of young people
• Assisting in welfare and NHS issues
• Preparing reports
• Arranging appointments with various partner agencies
• Maintaining regular contact with young people
• Informing service users of support groups
• Assisting move-on of service users

Accurately record, create, maintain, and update electronic records of our young people.

Prepare for and attend meetings as required or directed.

Provide mediation to service users as required or directed.

Use IT packages effectively to support the work of the company.

Work effectively and cooperatively across multidisciplinary teams.

Maintain strict confidentiality regarding service users, clients, and the company.

Contribute to the development of company policies and procedures.

Report housing issues to the services department and assist in resolving defects.

Undertake on-call duties as directed.

Participate in office reception duties when required.

Be prepared to work sleep-in shifts as required.

Show flexibility to cover all offices across the company as needed.

Both permanent and temporary opportunities are available!