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Charles Hunter Associates Ltd; Retford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Progression opportunities within the,c

Job summary

Charles Hunter Associates Ltd is supporting a charitable provider in Newark on Trent to recruit a Therapeutic Support Worker who will work with children and young people in residential settings. The role suits those with experience in SEN education, youth work, or related care contexts and a passion for helping young people.

We offer 39 or 45 hours per week with strong progression opportunities within the council and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in SEN education, youth work, or related settings.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people with care needs in daily activities.
• Assist with behaviour support and safety in residential setting.

Skills

Childcare experience

Learning disabilities

Mental health

Challenging behaviour

Education

Level 3 Residential Childcare

Job description

Therapeutic Support Worker - Full Training Provided

Do you have a passion for working children and young people? Do you have some professional experience working with young people? A job working for the council could be for you!

I am looking for passionate Support Workers with experience working with Children and/or Young Adults with either traumatic backgrounds, Learning Disabilities, Mental Health or Challenging Behaviours.

My client is a highly reputable charitable provider of residential homes and education to young people from difficult starts and display associated challenging behaviour.

We are looking for a Therapeutic Support Worker to join a fantastic home in Newark on Trent.

If you have experience with children and young people in SEN education, youth work, young offenders or fostering, a career in children's homes is for you.

Benefits include:

• 39 hours or 45 hours per week contracts available
• Job security with a highly established and reputable charity
• Excellent progression opportunities within the council

Do you have:

• Experience of working within children or young adults with learning disabilities, mental health, or behaviours that challenge - SEN School, youth work, community young people, children's learning disabilities, semi-independent services, care leavers, youth justice, children's homes
• Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent (or willingness to complete)
• Ability to complete shifts patterns, weekends, and overnight stays.
• Driving license and vehicle - Essential

Please note, we are unable to consider applications from candidates who require sponsorship.