Night Support Worker — Children's Home (8-17)

Staffordshire Local Enterprise Partnership; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training courses

Funded qualifications

Induction programme

Monthly supervision

Job summary

Staffordshire County Council is hiring a Night Support Worker in Burton upon Trent to support young people aged 8 to 17 in a residential setting. The role includes evening, weekend and bank holiday work as part of a 20-hour schedule, with a focus on creating a safe, homely short-break experience.

We require a Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People or equivalent and experience in care settings; applicants must be able to collaborate with Social Workers, families and agencies to meet holistic

Qualifications

• Level 3 diploma in Children & Young People or equivalent.
• Experience of working with children in a care setting or equivalent.
• Ability to work in partnership with the young person, Social Worker, family and relevant agencies to meet needs.

Responsibilities

• Work within the children's home, supporting young people aged 8 to 17.
• Provide care and support so that our young people experience a positive short break in a homely environment.
• Be part of individualised activities to develop targeted skills and promote independence.

Skills

Partnership working

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 diploma in Children & Young People or equivalent

Job description

Staffordshire County Council is hiring a Night Support Worker in Burton upon Trent to support young people aged 8 to 17 in a residential setting. The role includes evening, weekend and bank holiday work as part of a 20-hour schedule, with a focus on creating a safe, homely short-break experience.

We require a Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People or equivalent and experience in care settings; applicants must be able to collaborate with Social Workers, families and agencies to meet holistic