Support Worker

Reamcare; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run care organization is seeking a Childrens Support Worker to provide quality care for children with autism and learning disabilities. The role involves supporting young people's emotional and behavioral needs, promoting safety and welfare, and engaging them in meaningful activities. Candidates should have relevant experience, be at least 21 years old, and be willing to assist with personal care. This position offers flexible hours and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

28 days annual leave increasing to 30 days after 5 years

Health cash plan offering reimbursements for everyday healthcare costs

Access to free counselling support 24/7

Generous loyalty bonus scheme

Travel loan to help manage commute costs

Fully-funded specialist in-house training

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Relevant experience working in a supportive role.
• Confident working with challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Providing quality and consistent care to help meet the social, emotional, and behavioural needs of residents.
• Supporting young people to do their favourite things and to try new activities both at home and outdoors.
• Promoting the safety, welfare, and protection of the children and young people we care for at all times.

Skills

Nursing Home Experience

Developmental Disabilities Experience

Direct Support

Caregiving

Experience with Children

Education

Level 3 Residential Childcare Diploma

Job description

Childrens Support Worker

Salary: 13.25 - 13.80 per hour

Childrens Support Worker for The Lighthouse (Surbiton) (13.25 - 13.80 per hour)

Do you have the resilient and proactive approach needed to make a real difference in young peoples futures At Reamcare we believe in championing our workforce so they can do the same for others. The home is rated as Outstanding by Ofsted.

The Lighthouse Childrens Homes provides care for children with autism and learning disabilities and are based in Raynes Park and Surbiton SW London. Built on a culture of respect and fun we are a family-run business now looking to welcome some fresh faces to our tight-knit team.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old
• Relevant experience working in a supportive role
• Willing to undertake personal care
• Confident working with challenging behaviour
• A genuine interest in childcare

Desirable

• Level 3 Residential Childcare Diploma
• Experience in specialist care for people with autism learning disabilities or complex backgrounds

Responsibilities

• Providing quality and consistent care to help meet the social emotional and behavioural needs of residents
• Supporting young people to do their favourite things and to try new activities both at home and outdoors
• Promoting the safety welfare and protection of the children and young people we care for at all times

Benefits

• Flexible hours
• 28 days annual leave increasing to 30 days after 5 years
• Health cash plan offering reimbursements for everyday healthcare costs
• Access to free counselling support 24 / 7 365 days a year
• Generous loyalty bonus scheme
• Travel loan to help you manage commute costs
• Fully-funded specialist in-house training

Key Skills: Nursing Home Experience, Developmental Disabilities Experience, Direct Support, Computer Operation, Caregiving, Case Management, Special Needs, Training & Development, Child Protective Services, Experience with Children, Word Processing, Addiction Counseling

Employment Type: Full-Time

Vacancy: 1