Support Worker Children's

Job Opportunity: Support Worker - Children's 
Location: Derbyshire, Shirebrook 
Salary: £23,067 per year + £5,000 sleep-in allowance
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Expected Hours: 37.5-40 per week

About the Client:

Our client is a growing social care provider dedicated to nurturing and developing their staff. Join their small, caring team and make a difference in the lives of children and young people!

With so many companies looking to hire experienced Support Workers - why choose our client? 

• The Management Team have all received internal development - meaning our client really focusses on your next step ensuring you are mentored and have access to training opportunities and progression within the company.
• A growing organisation so opportunities to progress are within reach - no standing still in your career!
• Training mentor and CAMHS clinical lead available for support and advice.
• Fantastic vibe within the home set within a beautiful location.
• Competitive salary starting at £23,067 + £5,000 sleep-in allowance. Day-to-day of the role:
• Support and nurture children and young people through trauma-informed and relational practice.
• Work in a challenging yet rewarding environment that requires sensitivity, understanding, and empathy.
• Engage with children and young people to foster a positive and supportive relationship.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in Health and Social Care working directly with children aged 8-18 years old.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Willingness to undergo a free DBS check.
• Enthusiasm to make a difference and flexibility to work long days (10:00 - 22:00).
• Full driving license (desirable) or in the latter stages of gaining your license.
• Preferred: Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People's Residential (desirable, but training provided after 6 months of satisfactory employment).

Key Skills:

• Sensitivity, understanding, and empathy.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Patience and ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Thoroughness and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.

Benefits:

• Full induction package and bespoke training.
• Opportunities for career progression and a fully funded, accredited training programme.
• Health & wellbeing programme, casual dress, company pension, employee mentoring programme, on-site parking.

Schedule:

• Day shifts, holidays, Monday to Friday, sleep-in nights, overtime, weekends on a rota basis.
• Flexible shifts: 8-hour, 10-hour, 12-hour, flexitime.

To apply for this Residential Support Worker position, please contact Elaine on to learn more about the role and to discuss your experience and qualifications.