Children's Support Worker - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom - Charles Hunter

Charles Hunter

Verified Company

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

My client is looking for Children's Support Workers who want to gain further experience, qualifications and the progression opportunities whilst supporting some of the most vulnerable people.

You will be supporting young people who may have suffered from trauma, abuse and/or neglect in a residential home.

Benefits for you as the Children's Support Worker include:

Salary up to £23,000 (additional overtime and sleep in rate of £45)
Support of an experienced management team
Generous annual leave
Progression opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme including Confidential Counsellor
Fully funded DBS

Requirements of the Children's Support Worker include:

Experience working in a Residential setting
Level 3 in Residential Childcare or Willing to Complete
Commitment to work shifts and weekends
UK Driving licence
Strong communication skills and emotional resilience

Responsibilities of the Children's Support Worker include:

Provide a person-centred approach at all times
Protect the service users at all times
Give guidance to the service users and promote independence
Take part in activities the service users enjoy e.g. football, swimming or long walks