About the Role
We are recruiting experienced Ad Hoc Support Workers to support children aged 5 – 17 within residential children homes and 16–18 year olds within semi-independent services. This is ad hoc work only, covering sickness, annual leave and emergency/crisis situations.
The young people supported present with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) and often have complex needs, including:
* Mental health challenges
* Self-harm behaviours
* Substance misuse
* Learning disabilities
* History of offending
* Asylum-seeking backgrounds
While the majority of placements are planned, the service also supports emergency referrals, so confidence working in high-pressure situations is important.
Choose your own shift pattern, we work off the availability you give us – days and nights available
Key Requirements
* Experience working with children / young adults
* Confidence supporting young people with complex emotional and mental health needs
* Ability to work independently
* Calm, resilient and professional approach during crisis situations
* Flexibility to accept last-minute and emergency shifts
What We Offer
* Flexible ad hoc work to fit around other commitments
* Variety of services and settings
* Support from an on-call management team
* Opportunity to gain experience with complex and diverse young people
If you are an experienced support worker looking for flexible, ad hoc work and are confident supporting young people with complex needs, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact us for more information