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We are recruiting 6 Weekend Youth Support Workers
Join our team to work in Children's Residential Care Homes. We welcome individuals who may not have the relevant qualifications or experience, as we have a dedicated training department to support your success. We believe that some of the best support workers are those with life experience and a desire to work within the care sector.
You will work with young people aged 11 to 21 who are in the care system for various reasons, with diverse disorders, behaviours, and needs. We seek individuals with confidence, understanding, patience, and the skills to make a positive impact on their lives.
This role involves providing guidance, interaction, and support to children and young adults in residential, educational, or independent living settings, aiming to create a safe environment that addresses their intellectual, spiritual, social, and emotional needs.
You will support service users throughout the day with tasks such as meal preparation, social activities, family contact, education, and shopping. Please note that personal care is not required for this position.
We are looking for positive role models who are flexible, reliable, and engaging, interested in working in a specialist environment. Comprehensive accredited training and qualifications will be provided, including Team Teach, Child Protection, St Johns Ambulance First Aid, Understanding Sexualised Behaviour, Working with Self Harm, Cyberbullying, and Understanding Autism and ADHD.
Applicants must complete an enhanced DBS check or provide a portable DBS, and successfully complete one of our induction programs before placements can be offered, unless you are on the new national DBS database.
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