Residential Child & Young People Support Worker Apprenticeship - Keyworth
Abbey Green Therapeutic Children’s Services is a small family-owned Residential Care company based in the Nottinghamshire area. We have 6 small Residential Children’s Homes and have recently been judged 'Outstanding' by Ofsted.
We are looking for Apprentice Support Workers and Activity Workers to join our team. We are focused on nurturing and supportive therapeutic parenting to help children achieve outstanding outcomes. We specialise in attachment and early life trauma using therapeutic parenting, DDP and PACE.
Please note – this role involves sleep shifts which require you to sleep onsite for one of your shifts. You are required to undertake six of these shifts per month.
Key Responsibilities
* Daily Care: Provide direct care, support, and supervision to children and young people in line with their individual care plans.
* Wellbeing Support: Encourage and support healthy lifestyles, emotional resilience, and personal growth.
* Behaviour Management: Use positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques to help young people manage challenges effectively.
* Activities Organisation: Plan and take part in educational, recreational, and therapeutic activities tailored to individual needs and interests.
* Advocacy: Build trusting relationships, act as a positive role model, and advocate for the best interests of the children and young people.
* Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records, care plans, and logs in line with organisational policies and regulatory standards.
* Teamwork: Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external professionals to deliver holistic care and achieve positive outcomes.
* Training & Development: Participate fully in apprenticeship training, complete all required coursework, and attend scheduled learning sessions.
Benefits
* All meals are supplied and activities to support the young people are paid for.
* 28 days annual leave including bank holidays.
* QCF level 4 training provided
* QCF level 5 provided for candidates that would like to progress in the company.
* Opportunity to train and develop into a Deputy Manager/Manager
* NEST Pension
* Employee Assistance Program
* SAGE Employment Benefits
* Online GP
* Free Parking
* Referral Fee
Skills Required
* Communication skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
Training
Paragon Skills is a leading national Apprenticeship training provider, supporting over 4,000 learners and 1,500 organisations. It has an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating and an overall achievement rate of 71.4%, exceeding the national average of 65.6%. All learners are assigned a Personal Tutor and have 20% of working hours dedicated to study.
Prospects
Possibility of a full time role after the completion of the apprenticeship.
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