Empowering Children's Support Worker - Training & Growth

Heycroft Staffing Solutions Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Supportive management and friendly团队

Opportunities to develop your skills

Job summary

Heycroft Staffing Solutions Ltd in Colchester is seeking a caring Children's Support Worker to help children and young people with learning disabilities and additional needs develop independence and confidence in a safe, nurturing environment.

You will plan engaging activities, work with families and professionals, and follow safeguarding policies to ensure high-quality support. The role includes ongoing training and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with children with learning disabilities or additional needs is desirable.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn and genuine commitment to children's wellbeing are important.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised care and support tailored to each child’s individual needs.
• Support children with daily living activities, including personal care where required.
• Encourage communication, social interaction and the development of life skills.
• Plan and participate in fun, educational and recreational activities.
• Promote independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Support children with learning disabilities and other additional needs in line with their care plans.
• Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment.
• Work closely with parents, carers and other professionals to ensure consistent, high-quality support.
• Follow safeguarding policies, health and safety procedures and organisational guidelines.
• Record relevant information and report any concerns regarding a child’s welfare or wellbeing.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Job description

Heycroft Staffing Solutions Ltd in Colchester is seeking a caring Children's Support Worker to help children and young people with learning disabilities and additional needs develop independence and confidence in a safe, nurturing environment.

You will plan engaging activities, work with families and professionals, and follow safeguarding policies to ensure high-quality support. The role includes ongoing training and a supportive team environment.