Senior Children's Support Worker

Vetro Recruitment; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Senior Children's Support Worker to join a vibrant residential children's home. This rewarding role involves supporting young people aged 8-18 with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and fostering their social, emotional, and behavioral development in a caring environment. You'll lead by example, mentor staff, and ensure the safety and well-being of the children. With a focus on personal growth and independence, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the lives of young people while enjoying a variety of benefits, including career development opportunities and comprehensive training.

Benefits

Getting paid to play computer games and go to theme parks

Opportunity for fully funded NVQ level 5 qualification

Company pension

28 days annual leave

Access to shopping and dining discounts

Comprehensive Training Package

Opportunities for earnings and career development

Enhanced disclosure cost coverage

Qualifications

• Essential experience as a Children's Support Worker or in a healthcare setting.
• Level 3 NVQ in Children & Young People is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example to support the management team and mentor newer staff.
• Encourage young people to engage in activities and take responsibility.

Skills

Experience as a Children's Support Worker

Mentoring and supporting staff

Ability to deal with challenging behaviours

Promoting independence and well-being

Education

Level 3 NVQ in Children & Young People

Job description

I have a FANTASTIC opportunity for a qualified Children's Support Worker to join a STUNNING residential children's home in Cowbridge as a Senior Children's Support Worker. You'll be supporting young people between the ages of 8-18 years old with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and challenging behaviours.

We are looking for a knowledgeable, committed and motivated individual who wants to make a difference in the lives of young people to enable them to develop socially, emotionally and behaviourally in a setting where they feel safe and cared for.

Job Details

• Job Title: Senior Children's Support Worker
• Salary: £31,065 - £32,091 (sleep allowance included)
• Location: Cowbridge (CF71 postcode)
• Contract: Full time - Permanent
• Shift pattern: 2 on 4 off

**Due to the nature of the job and the activities involved, we are only able to consider applicants who have a full driver's licence**

Benefits

• Getting paid to play computer games and go to theme parks!
• Opportunity to do the NVQ level 5 Children & Young People Management qualification - fully funded!
• Company pension
• 28 days annual leave
• Access to discounts for shopping outlets, restaurants and cinemas
• Comprehensive Training Package, including scheduled ongoing face-to-face training and CPD planning
• Plenty of opportunities to maximise earnings and career development
• Enhanced disclosure cost coverage

Responsibilities

• To lead by example and support the management team to run the shift
• Take greater responsibility for mentoring and supporting newer staff members
• To encourage the young people to do activities and take responsibility for their own lives depending on their age
• To keep the homely, friendly culture and environment of the homes
• To be able to deal with challenging behaviours when needed
• Protect children and young people from risks to their health and welfare
• Provide support for the children and young people in the home and promote their independence and well-being
• Maintain a safe environment for the young people
• Ensure the safety of the students and maintain up-to-date knowledge of the individual's care plan, guidelines, reward system, and preferred method of communication
• Supporting taxing behaviour safely and sympathetically
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with the staff, parents, Social Workers and other professionals that may be involved in the young people's lives such as Psychologists

Requirements

• Experience as a Children's Support Worker, or with Young People, is ESSENTIAL
• Experience within another healthcare or social care setting is ESSENTIAL
• Level 3 NVQ in Children & Young People ESSENTIAL

If you are passionate about the lives of young people and want to make a real difference, support young people between the ages of 8 and 18 with EBD. If you are starting on a career path within health & social care as a Senior Children's Support Worker, this is the job for you!

Click apply today!!