Childrens Support Worker

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to support vulnerable children and young people in a nurturing environment. This role involves building trust, promoting independence, and ensuring the wellbeing of service users. With a focus on flexibility and collaboration, you will work alongside parents and professionals to create a safe space for young people to thrive. The organization values work-life balance, offering generous leave options and benefits that empower staff to make a positive difference in the lives of children. If you are passionate about helping others and willing to learn, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Family-friendly leave options

Service-related sick pay

Group Personal Pension

Death in service cover

Interest-free season ticket loans

Discounts at major retailers

Health cash plan option

24/7 employee assistance program

Access to Learning and Development programs

Qualifications

• Hold the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or be willing to achieve it.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and protection of vulnerable children.

Responsibilities

• Build trust and develop nurturing relationships with service users.
• Document information accurately and keep records up to date.
• Promote a safe environment at all times.

Skills

Childcare

Safeguarding

Flexibility

Relationship Building

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

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About the Role

Our client is currently on an exciting and innovative journey alongside Leicestershire County Council to deliver a range of Children's homes for the most vulnerable children & young people in Leicestershire.

Although a specific home will be your base location, you must be flexible to travel throughout the locality to cover shifts in other homes should the need arise. Homes are located in Hinckley, Coalville, and Syston.

These homes support children & young people between 8-18 years with complex risks and behaviors. The service provides opportunities for up to 3 service users at a time to enjoy different experiences, establish friendships, and develop confidence, independence, and social/emotional skills.

Responsibilities

• Build trust and develop nurturing relationships that promote the service user's independence, wellbeing, strengths, and capabilities.
• Work in partnership and build relationships with parents/carers and other professionals.
• Contribute to the upkeep of the home, including cooking and cleaning.
• Document information accurately and keep records up to date.
• Adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Promote, monitor, and maintain a safe environment at all times.

Essential Requirements

• Hold the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare OR be willing to achieve this within the required timeframe.
• Motivated by the opportunity to make a positive difference in young people's lives, creating a safe space and building resilience.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and protection of vulnerable children & young people.
• Flexibility to commit to sleep-ins and shift work, including weekends and bank holidays.
• Relevant experience working with children & young people is desirable but not essential with the right attitude and willingness to learn.

Benefits

Our workplace offer is based on trust, flexibility, and empowerment, embracing new ways of working, including hybrid options. We support work-life balance and flexible arrangements.

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing after 5 years of service.
• Option to buy up to 5 additional days via our HolidayPlus scheme.
• Family-friendly leave options, including maternity, paternity, and adoption pay, plus additional family leave options.
• Service-related sick pay from day 1.
• Access to a Group Personal Pension with a matched 4% or 6% contribution, with salary sacrifice options.
• Death in service cover of 4x annual earnings for pension scheme members.
• Interest-free season ticket loans.
• Discounts and cashback at major retailers, cinemas, gyms, leisure parks, holidays, and more via our Benefit Portal.
• Option to purchase a health cash plan for dental, glasses, therapy, etc.
• Free 24/7 employee assistance program for advice and support.
• Access to Learning and Development programs.