Childrens Support Worker - Floating Support

Prospero Health & Social Care - Leeds; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading children's support agency in Leeds is seeking experienced staff for floating supports for children. The role involves promoting independence and addressing the varying needs of children, requiring empathy and a flexible approach. If you have a background in health and social care and are passionate about making a difference, we encourage you to apply. This position offers excellent pay and the opportunity to work with a dedicated team in a rewarding environment.

Benefits

Excellent rate of pay

Flexible working patterns

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• 12 months paid experience within the health and social care sector.
• Previous experience as a support worker or in youth work is essential.
• Social Care registered.

Responsibilities

• Provide floating support for children and young people.
• Promote independence and create a successful home environment.
• Face new challenges and maintain a can-do attitude.

Skills

Empathy

Flexibility

Resilience

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People

Job description

Overview

Prospero Health and Social Care is currently recruiting experienced staff for floating supports for Children in the Leeds and surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

Everyday is different and you will face new challenges, we need staff members with a can-do attitude, that are willing to go above and beyond for the children in their care to better their lives, promoting independence, being a role model and achieving a successful home environment for them to live, in line with local authority care plan.

Requirements

• 12 months paid experience within the health and social care sector
• Previous experience in a support worker, youth work is essential
• Flexible around travel arrangements
• Able to work flexibly
• Resilient and empathetic, with a strong commitment to helping vulnerable young people
• NVQ Level 3 in children and young people (desired but not essential)
• Social Care registered

Experience

• Children and Young People Support: 1 year (required)
• Experience taking children into community

Licence/Certification

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Why apply?

• Excellent rate of pay
• A rewarding role where you will make a genuine difference to young people
• Flexible working patterns to suit a balanced lifestyle
• Join a passionate, supportive team with development opportunities

If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a meaningful difference in children's lives, we encourage you to apply.

We are not currently offering full time positions - please apply if you are looking for flexible work