Join Alcedo Care as a Residential Children's Support Worker working within our Newton Le Willows, Warrington and St Helens Childrens Residential Homes.
Excellent rates of pay with £14.00 to £14.50 per hour, with weekly pay days + holidays + pension! This equates to a rolled up hourly rate of £16.16 - £16.74!
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in young people's lives? Do you have a caring nature, and desire to support children and young people with emotional and behavioural disorders?
Alcedo Care are proudly recognised as a Top 20 Rated Home Care Group for the past five years. You'll join our amazing team delivering quality care, making a real difference by enriching lives and supporting independence.
Role
Responsibilities
* Providing emotional and social support: Building meaningful relationships with the children and encouraging their interaction with peers and adults within the community.
* Promoting positive life choices and independence: Supporting the children in making positive decisions and achieving levels of independence appropriate to their age and abilities.
* Daily living support: Assisting the children with their daily living needs in accordance with their care plans such as attending activities/appointments/ education etc
* Domestic duties: Conducting household tasks and involving the children when appropriate, including planning, shopping, and preparing meals to ensure a varied and balanced diet.
What We Need
* Previous experience of working with challenging behaviours is required.
* Minimum of NVQ Level 3 in Residential Child Care or prepared to work towards
* Experience of working with children / young people - ideally those with EBD needs
* We are looking for day and night staff, full and part time on 12.15-hour shift pattern.
* Driving licence is preferred but not essential
* The position is subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks
What You Get
* Ongoing support from senior staff
* Blue Light Card offering hundreds of discounts after 6 months of service.
* Free mental wellbeing support available 24/7
* Fantastic training program including online/practical training.
If you're ready to start a rewarding career with a company that truly values its staff, we'd love to hear from you. Our local recruiter is on hand to guide you through the process. Apply today as a Residential Children's Support Worker and take your first step with Alcedo Care.
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