Support Worker, Personal Advisor, Bury MBC, Childrens & Families Team

Entrust Social Care Ltd; Chichester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to provide essential support and guidance to young people transitioning from care. This role involves working closely with young individuals aged 16 to 25, ensuring their welfare and helping them navigate the challenges of adulthood. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years' experience in a Children's Social Work team and hold an NVQ3 in Health & Social Care. This temporary contract offers flexible hours and an immediate start, making it a great opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in young people's lives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years UK experience in a Children's Social Work team.
• Must hold NVQ3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical and emotional support to young people aged 16-25.
• Coordinate Pathway Planning duties for care leavers.

Skills

Support Work

Emotional Support

Pathway Planning

Communication

Education

NVQ3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

• Support Worker, Personal Advisor, Bury MBC, Childrens & Families Team

Support Worker, Personal Advisor, Bury MBC, Childrens & Families Team

Bury

Ref: EN45-253

Division: Childrens Services

Specialist Area: Support Worker

Location: Bury

Job type: Contract

Salary (per hour): Negotiable dependent on experience and pay scheme selected

Reference: EN45-253

Job Description

Support Worker, Personal Advisor, Bury MBC, Childrens & Families Team - Must be a Support Worker with a minimum of 2 years+ UK Support Worker experience within a Children's Social Work team.

Our client is looking for a Support Worker with 2 years+ UK experience within a Children’s team.

The responsibilities will include:

1. Enthusiastic individuals who wish to provide practical and emotional support, advice, and guidance to young people aged between 16 and 25 who are experiencing care and leaving care.
2. Work directly with young people and their families to safeguard and promote their welfare.
3. Coordinate Pathway Planning duties to support care leavers in their successful transition to adult life.
4. Liaise appropriately with colleagues and other professionals.
5. 35 hours per week (flexible by negotiation).
6. Immediate Start.
7. 3 Month Temporary Contract.

The successful candidate will need to hold an NVQ3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent, have a current DBS, and be a car driver.

If you do not have a minimum of 2 years UK experience relevant to this role, you are not eligible so please do not apply!

Please call the recruitment team where you will speak to one of our dedicated consultants on 0333 1234 530.