Residential Child & Young People Support Worker Apprenticeship - Laxton

Getting In Limited; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative family-owned company is seeking passionate Apprentice Support Workers to join their nurturing team. This role focuses on providing direct care and support to children and young people, enabling them to achieve outstanding outcomes through therapeutic parenting. You will engage in various activities tailored to individual needs while working collaboratively with colleagues and families. With a strong commitment to personal and professional development, this apprenticeship offers QCF training and opportunities for advancement within the organization. If you are dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of young people, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

All meals supplied

28 days annual leave

QCF level 4 training

QCF level 5 training

NEST Pension

Employee Assist Program

SAGE Employment Benefits

Online GP

Free parking

Referral fee

Qualifications

• Strong communication and organisational skills are essential for supporting children.
• Attention to detail is crucial for maintaining accurate care records.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to children and young people.
• Encourage healthy lifestyles and emotional resilience.
• Plan and participate in educational and recreational activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Education

QCF Level 4

QCF Level 5

Job description

Apply to: Residential Child & Young People Support Worker Apprenticeship - Laxton

Learning Provider

Delivered by PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED

Employer

ABBEY GREEN THERAPEUTIC CHILDREN'S SERVICES LTD

Vacancy Description

Abbey Green Therapeutic Children’s Services is a small family-owned Residential Care company based in the Nottinghamshire area. We have 6 small Residential Children’s Homes and have recently been judged 'Outstanding' by Ofsted.

We are looking for Apprentice Support Workers and Activity Workers to join our team. 'Therapeutic Parents’ who are nurturing and supportive, that can give our children high levels of care, allowing them to achieve outstanding outcomes.

Abbey Green is driven to changing children’s lives for the better by providing a specialist service that tailors therapeutic packages of care to support young people in their development. We specialise in attachment and early life trauma using therapeutic parenting, DDP, and PACE.

Please note – This role involves ‘sleep shifts’; this means that you will sleep onsite for one of your shifts. You are required to undertake 6 of these shifts per month.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily Care: Provide direct care, support, and supervision to children and young people in line with their individual care plans.
• Wellbeing Support: Encourage and support healthy lifestyles, emotional resilience, and personal growth.
• Behaviour Management: Use positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques to help young people manage challenges effectively.
• Activities Organisation: Plan and take part in educational, recreational, and therapeutic activities tailored to individual needs and interests.
• Advocacy: Build trusting relationships, act as a positive role model, and advocate for the best interests of the children and young people.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records, care plans, and logs in line with organisational policies and regulatory standards.
• Teamwork: Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external professionals to deliver holistic care and achieve positive outcomes.
• Training & Development: Participate fully in apprenticeship training, complete all required coursework, and attend scheduled learning sessions.

Benefits Include

• All meals are supplied and activities to support the young people are paid for.
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays.
• QCF level 4 training provided.
• QCF level 5 provided for candidates that would like to progress in the company.
• Opportunity to train and develop into a Deputy Manager/Manager.
• NEST Pension.
• Employee Assist Program.
• SAGE Employment Benefits.
• Online GP.
• Food supplied.
• Free parking.
• Referral fee.

Key Details

Vacancy Title: Residential Child & Young People Support Worker Apprenticeship - Laxton

Employer Description: At Abbey Green Therapeutic Children’s Services, we understand that the capacity to develop lasting and meaningful relationships develops in accordance with the opportunity of the young person to form secure attachments. Our homes offer a welcoming and nurturing environment. We encourage our young people to feel a sense of belonging in their home and support them to personalise their bedrooms both decoratively and with their personal effects. We want our homes to feel like a safe and secure place for children to live, where they can begin to feel a renewed sense of safety and emotional wellbeing and develop relationships with the support of our Carers.

Vacancy Location: Tuxford Road, Egmanton Newark NG22 0HA

Wage Frequency: Custom

Number of Vacancies: 4

Vacancy Reference Number: 1000288296

Key Dates

Apply From: 23/11/2024

Closing Date For Applications: 2025-01-06 23:59:59

Interview Begin From:

Possible Start Date: 2025-01-13 00:00:00

Training

Training to be Provided: Paragon Skills is a leading national apprenticeship training provider, supporting over 4,000 learners and 1,500 organisations. Paragon Skills has some of the highest success and achievement rates in the industry.

It has an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating and an overall achievement rate of 71.4%, exceeding the national average of 65.6%. Using a blended approach, learners are always at the forefront of our priorities. All learners are assigned a Personal Tutor who will be their main point of contact.

This involves regular catch-ups, check-in emails and calls. Your employer will agree to give you 20% of your working hours solely towards your study.

This will give you every chance to achieve the highest grade possible! On completion of this 24-month apprenticeship, you will have gained; Children, young people and families practitioner (Level 4).

Skills Required

Communication skills, attention to detail, organisation skills.

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