Senior Children’s Support Worker

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Full time
Location: Blackwood
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Job offered by: Austin Fraser
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I have an

AMAZING

opportunity for a

PASSIONATE

and

COMMITTED

individual to join a residential service in Blackwood as a Senior Children's Support Worker, supporting young people between the ages of 8 - 18 years with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). We are looking for an enthusiastic, resilient and motivated individual who wants to make a difference in the lives of young people; to enable them to develop socially, emotionally and behaviourally in a setting where they feel safe and cared for. No two days are ever the same as a Senior Children's Support Worker, so you need to be happy to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. It is challenging, but incredibly rewarding work! **Due to the nature of the job and the activities involved, we are only able to consider applicants who have a full driver's licence** Salary: £31,971 - £36,195 (sleep allowance included) Location: Blackwood (NP12 postcode) Hours: Full time - Permanent Shift pattern: 9am - 11pm sleep 7:30am - 9:30am Benefits: Opportunity to complete qualifications - fully funded! Free meals whilst on shift Getting paid to play computer games and go to theme parks! Casual dress code Company pension 28 days annual leave Access to discounts for shopping outlets, restaurants and cinemas Comprehensive Training Package including scheduled ongoing face-to-face training and CPD planning Plenty of opportunities to maximise earnings and career development Enhanced disclosure cost coverage Responsibilities: Encourage young people to engage in activities and take responsibility for their own lives depending on their age. Maintain a homely, friendly culture and environment in the homes. Deal with challenging behaviours when necessary. Protect children and young people from risks to their health and welfare. Provide support for the children and young people in the home and promote their independence and well-being. Maintain a safe environment for young people. Ensure the safety of the students and maintain up-to-date knowledge of the individual's care plan, guidelines, reward system and preferred method of communication. Support taxing behaviour safely and sympathetically. Develop and maintain good working relationships with staff, parents, Social Workers, and other professionals involved in the young people's lives such as Psychologists. Requirements to be a Senior Children's Support Worker: Completed Level 3 QCF in Children & Young People. Experience within another healthcare or social care setting is desirable but not essential. Must be a car driver as you will be required to transport young people from time to time. Must be over the age of 21. Must be able to commute to Blackwood. If you are passionate about the lives of young people and want to make a real difference, supporting young people between the ages of 8 - 18 with EBD, whilst starting on a career path within health & social care - this is the job for you! Click apply today!

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