Support Worker (Part time)

Randstad Education; Horsham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated care provider in Horsham seeks a compassionate support worker to assist young people with special educational needs (SEN). The role is part-time and permanent, requiring a minimum of 3 days per week, and involves supporting life skills and educational activities. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication skills and a nurturing attitude. Comprehensive training and a benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Full support and training

Attractive employee benefit package

Fully funded qualifications

Free hot meals

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Compassionate and dedicated to supporting young people with moderate to severe SEN.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with agencies.
• Experience in a care setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support with life skills development.
• Assist with homework and educational activities.
• Promote independence among supported individuals.
• Address personal care needs.
• Manage complex needs.

Skills

Excellent communications skills

Kind, nurturing and committed individual

Experience working within the care sector

Eligibility to work in the UK

Job description

Overview

Do you want a fast paced role where no day is ever the same?

Do you want a role where you can make a difference? Are you a genuinely passionate and caring person?

A specialist day centre is looking for a dedicated and compassionate support worker to join one of their busy care services for young people with moderate and severe SEN and complex needs. The setting currently provides support to 50+ individuals who have a range of needs and disabilities but are united by a love of learning and education. Their mission is to help those young people make life happen, which is why your role as a support worker is vital. This role is part time, permanent, starting ASAP. This role is needed all year round, Monday–Friday 9am–5pm. For the part-time role you are needed a minimum 3 days a week.

Benefits

• Full support and training
• An attractive employee's benefit package/welcome bonus
• Fully funded qualifications
• Free hot meals
• Career development opportunities

Your role will include

• Supporting with life skills
• Supporting with homework/ study/ educational activities
• Promoting independence amongst the people we support
• Supporting people we support with personal care needs
• Dealing with complex needs
• Liaise with other agencies and families when necessary

Skills required

• Excellent communications skills to liaise with other agencies
• Kind, nurturing and committed individual who is keen to support SEN learners
• Experience working within the care sector (desirable)
• Eligibility to work in the UK

How to apply

If this sounds like a role that you can do please contact me today on 01293 527416 or email me on [e-mail] for a chat about the role.

About Randstad Care

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client.

Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.