Children's Support Worker

4 weeks ago


Worthing, West Sussex, United Kingdom PETERS DEAN CARE LTD Full time

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children from traumatic backgrounds? Do you thrive in a supportive and nurturing environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you

Position Overview: We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Support Workers to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care and support to children with learning disabilities in a residential setting. You will work closely with a team of professionals to create a nurturing environment where each child's individual needs are met.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide direct care and support to children from traumatic backgrounds including assistance with daily living activities, gaining indepedance, and emotional support.
  • Foster a safe and supportive environment for children, promoting independence and encouraging participation in activities.
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with children, their families, and other members of the care team.
  • Assist in the implementation of individual care plans, ensuring that each child's specific needs and preferences are met.
  • Participate in team meetings and training sessions to enhance your knowledge and skills in providing care for children from trauma informed backgrounds
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of care provided and any significant developments or incidents.

Working a mixed Shift pattern of earlies, lates and long days with minimum of 1 sleep in per week.

Requirements:

  • Previous experience working within a challenging behaviour setting is required
  • A compassionate and caring nature, with a genuine desire to make a positive difference in the lives of others.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with children, families, and colleagues.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team, as well as independently when required.
  • Willingness to work a mixture of early and late shifts, including one sleep-in shift per week.
  • Relevant qualifications in health and social care or a related field would be advantageous.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary of approximately 26,500 per annum.
  • Opportunities for career development and progression within a supportive organization.
  • Comprehensive training and ongoing support to enhance your skills and knowledge.
  • A rewarding and fulfilling role where you can make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children


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