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Support worker - north east

Newcastle Upon Tyne (Tyne and Wear)
Support worker
£32,000 a year
Posted: 17h ago
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Shift Patterns: Rolling for 4 on 4 off shift pattern Working hours when on shift: Must be able to work 12 hours day shifts, 12 hour waking night shifts, 12-hour day shifts followed by sleeping night (exact rota will depend on child and team supporting) Salary: £32,000 basic plus £40 uplift per shift working with young person Recruitment process: Initial telephone call, followed by Teams interview, followed by in person assessment day at our Head Office in Gloucestershire. Potential to do North East-based assessment days for LCG learners. Induction/Training: 3-week initial induction and training period. Tasks and duties: Aligned to the young person’s individual care plan, via a person-centred approach, you’ll provide personalised care and support including assisting with daily activities, medication management, meal preparation, and other personal care tasks. Managing conflict by engaging in positive approaches to challenging behaviour Identifying and mitigating risk on a daily basis for everyone including the young person Coaching and mentoring to achieve better outcomes with the YP Stakeholder communication with family contacts, local authorities, emergency services, education providers and more Report writing; daily reports & incident report forms and ABCs, for example Service User Recording System (MENTOR) Adherence to the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) Ensure all information and/or intelligence specific to the young person is treated with discretion and the appropriate sensitivity Ensure all your activities fall in-line within the regulations and code of conduct set by The Care Quality Commission Adherence to the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 (HASAWA) Carry out vehicle safety checks and driving the young person to appointments, activities etc Person specification: Capable of applying conflict resolution and risk management skills in a caregiving setting Proficient in identifying potential risks and taking appropriate preventive actions Experienced in handling conflicts and challenging behaviour professionally and effectively Passionate about coaching and mentoring others Takes positive steps to support YPs in achieving their goals and aspirations Provides guidance and support to other members of the care team Ability to remain calm under pressure Willingness to undergo training for skill and knowledge development Resilient and calm under pressure Knowledge/experience: Experience within a care setting (can be professional or through lived experience). Familiar with written administration in MS Word. Qualifications: Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent (and/or be willing to complete within 2 years) First Aid Qualification is desirable but will be trained Full UK manual Driving license and access to own vehicle Full right to work in the UK (we are unable to offer sponsorship)

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