Support Worker - Greenwich, United Kingdom - Spring Recruitment

Spring Recruitment

Verified Company

Greenwich, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

As a Support Worker there is a lot of variety.

You could be working across a variety of settings, including people's own homes, schools, supported living services or care homes, and out in the community.

Being a Support Worker means to be there for a child or young person who needs support with a diverse range of needs, including learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries and mental health needs.

What's involved:

Looking after and taking care of potentially vulnerable children with different levels of mental health, social and emotional needs.
Assisting with and working within their care plan, carry out risk assessments, reviews, incident & accident reporting.
Providing physical and emotional support which may include helping with household tasks and personal care.
Contribute to the effective implementation of individual programmes by supporting learning, independence, and experiences.
Encouraging the child or young person to feel confident in their community and to actively participate within their peer group.
Dealing with a range of challenging behaviours to provide a safe, nonjudgemental, and compassionate environment for children and young people to learn.
Building relationships with the children and families to promote emotional support and wellbeing.
Support routines which could include waking up and going to school, supporting at school, activities outside, visiting the community.
Maintain professional relationships with clients, family and external health care professionals and adhere to company policies and procedures.

What We Need

Strong problemsolving skills and the ability to adapt and act accordingly to situations.
Patience and emotional resilience.
A nonjudgemental attitude regardless of a person's needs.
The ability to remain calm under pressure and when dealing with challenging situations.
Experience of managing children in a professional or personal capacity
Driving licence would be advantageous but not essential
Either possess or be willing to undertake qualifications to support your personal development
Eligibility to work in the UK we do not offer sponsorship.