Young Person Support Worker #12307251

Semester.co.uk; Manchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in residential care is seeking a support worker for vulnerable children and young people in Salford. This permanent position offers a fulfilling role with responsibilities including support for service users, conducting assessments, and maintaining constant communication. Candidates must hold an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care and have relevant experience in a residential setting.

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People or equivalent.
• Experience in a similar residential setting is essential.
• Full driving license with business insurance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist social worker in service delivery.
• Provide transport and escort to young people.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of service users’ needs.

Skills

Experience supporting young people

Ongoing support and monitoring

Report preparation

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

High standard of general education

Job description

This is a permanent position based in Salford supporting children and young people in a residential home.

Although permanent, we are looking for someone who can start very quickly on a temp-to-perm basis.

NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People or Health and Social Care

Must have experience supporting young people in a residential setting

Preferred Criteria

Driving License

Semester Recruitment specializes in supporting young people aged 5-18 in supported living, semi-independent accommodation, and children’s residential homes.

Shifts are typically 24-hour sleepovers.

It is essential that you have experience working within a similar setting and preferably have completed NVQ3 in Children & Young People Workforce or a similar qualification within this sector.

Qualifications/Requirements

A high standard of general education.

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care – Children and Young People (CCYP) or equivalent.

Willingness to undertake further training.

Current full driving license with business insurance is preferable.

Job Purpose

To be responsible for providing support for vulnerable people (service users) for the company.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

1. Assist the young person’s allocated social worker in the delivery of the service.
2. Provide transport/escort to the young person as directed in line with care plans.
3. Conduct welcome and induction for young people.
4. Perform ongoing assessments of service users’ needs.
5. Provide ongoing support and monitoring of service users.
6. Assist in welfare and NHS issues.
7. Prepare reports.
8. Arrange appointments with various partner agencies.
9. Maintain regular contact with young people.
10. Inform customers of support groups.