Waking Nights Residential Support Worker

Charles Hunter Associates Ltd; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care provider in Folkestone seeks a supportive Children's Support Worker. Responsibilities include providing care, promoting independence, and assisting with education in a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates have experience with children, excellent communication skills, and a caring nature. Full training, generous holiday allowance, and a salary of up to £30,888 annually are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Full training and development

Generous holiday allowance

Pension

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children and young people in a residential care setting is desirable.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and young people.
• Commitment to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of children.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily direct care, support, and guidance to young people.
• Encourage independence and create a safe environment.
• Support children in their education and homework.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Resilience

Flexibility

Compassionate nature

Job description

Overview

Start your rewarding career in children's residential care, where you can provide support and guidance and make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people. Join a well-established children's residential care provider that provides exceptional care.

Location: Folkestone, Salary: Up to £30,888 per annum

Please do not apply if you need sponsorship. To apply for this role you must have residence and right to work within the UK.

Charles Hunter Associates are a specialist recruitment consultancy, established for 13 years. I work within the South of England and help you find the most suitable role.

Responsibilities

As a Children's Support Worker, you will provide daily direct care, support, and guidance to young people promoting their safety, welfare, development, physical and emotional well-being. You will encourage independence, healthy decision making and create a safe and nurturing environment. You will promote positive, secure relationships and encourage a sense of belonging. You will also encourage and facilitate the development of life skills and support children and young people in their education, assisting with homework, and promoting a positive attitude towards learning.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Previous experience working with children and young people, in a residential care setting is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships.
• Resilience, patience and the ability to stay calm.
• A commitment to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of children and young people.
• Flexibility to work on a shift basis, including weekends and evenings.
• A compassionate and caring nature, with a genuine interest in the well-being and development of children and young people.
• Minimum age requirement of 21 years (due to legislative requirements).

Salary and Benefits for the Children’s Residential Support Worker

• Competitive salary of up to £30,888
• Full training, development and support towards qualifications and career progression
• Generous holiday allowance
• Pension

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