Childrens Support Worker - Floating Support

Prospero Health & Social Care - Leeds; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK is seeking experienced staff for floating support for children. The role involves promoting independence and creating a supportive home environment. Candidates should have at least 12 months of experience in health and social care, with effective communication and empathy. Flexible working patterns are offered, making it a rewarding position to truly impact young lives.

Benefits

Excellent rate of pay

Supportive team with development opportunities

Flexible working patterns

Qualifications

• 12 months paid experience within health and social care.
• Previous support worker or youth work experience is essential.
• Able to work flexibly and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide floating support for children in care.
• Promote independence and act as a role model.
• Ensure a successful home environment as per local authority plans.

Skills

Experience with children and young people

Empathy and resilience

Flexibility in working

Education

NVQ Level 3 in children and young people

Job description

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

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.

Please see the requirements below:

• 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