Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children and possess strong communication skills. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing assistance and care to children, ensuring their well-being and development. Your responsibilities will include implementing care plans, engaging with children in meaningful activities, and maintaining a safe environment.
Responsibilities
* Provide support and assistance to children in various settings, including home and community environments.
* Develop and implement individual care plans tailored to each child's needs.
* Engage children in educational and recreational activities to promote their development.
* Maintain effective communication with children, families, and other professionals involved in the child's care.
* Ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times.
* Assist with daily living tasks as needed, including personal care and household duties.
* Document progress and report any concerns regarding the child's behaviour or development.
* Collaborate with team members to create a supportive atmosphere for both children and families.
* Specifically take account of the choices, needs and wishes of each young person, involving young people in their own plans and day to day decisions were appropriate.
* Take personal responsibility for learning about each young people and the way their past affects them; for 'listening' to the individual; and for reflecting on own practice to continuously develop their own knowledge and skills. Ensuring positive professional relationships are maintained at all time.
* Maintain young people's confidentiality at all times.
* Develop person centred working relationships with young people, carrying out Key Worker responsibilities in a professional manner.
* Attend team meetings, supervisions and appraisals and actively take a role in developing your own continuous professional development
* Attend training and enrol and complete any courses which you are required to do so.
Knowledge and Skills
* Knowledge of general health, safety and well-being of children.
* Knowledge of legislation
* Good written and oral communication skills
* Good interpersonal skills, able to liaise across a wide range of interests
* Effective organisational skills
* Full UK/ EU Driving Licence for manual vehicles.
* General knowledge of how children generally develop and learn.
* Able to work with web base information/internet
* Computer literate in Word, Excel and Outlook
* Use of own car.
Experience
* Experience of providing practical support. This may have been as a result of paid employment, volunteer work or on an unpaid basis for a family member or friend.
* Group and individual work with children
* Experience in working as part of a team
* Experience in working with children with trauma and loss.
Qualifications
* Previous experience working with children is essential.
* A valid driving licence is preferred for transporting children as needed.
* Background in childcare or related fields is advantageous.
* Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are required to interact effectively with children and families.
* Familiarity with developing care plans is beneficial.
* Basic IT skills for documentation purposes are necessary.
* GCSE in English, Maths & IT (or equivalent)
* Diploma Level 3 in CYPD / NVQ Level 3 Working with Children
* A compassionate nature with a commitment to supporting children's needs is essential. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of children by providing them with the support they need to thrive.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £24,420.00-£36,489.65 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person