Children’s Support Worker

7 months ago

Camberley, United Kingdom HYGGE Full time

Reporting to the CEO

Earning circa **£40,000 per annum**

Working **40 hours per week**

With **33 days annual leave**, ethical workplace **pension**, wellbeing **benefits**, significant performance **bonuses**, **training **and **development** opportunities and career **progression**.

Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey? Join us at one of Hygge’s therapeutic children's homes to be there for children in care. We're on a mission to create a nurturing and healing haven for children who have experienced trauma. If you've never considered a career as a Children’s Support Worker, now is the time to make a difference and help children grow, have adventures, an ordinary family life, and thrive.

**About Us**:
At Hygge, we believe in the power of compassion and resilience. Our therapeutic homes for children are dedicated to providing a warm and supportive environment where every child feels safe, valued, and empowered. We are committed to fostering growth and healing through a trauma-informed approach.

**The Role**:
You will be at the forefront of positive change. Your mission is to create a nurturing and healing environment for children in our care. Your days will be filled with meaningful interactions and therapeutic activities to promote resilience, healing, and growth. You will:

- Build trusting relationships with children, tailoring support to their unique needs.
- Implement a trauma-informed approach, understanding and responding to the effects of trauma on children.
- Support daily routines, encouraging independence and self-care skills.
- Collaborate with a dedicated multidisciplinary team to develop personalised care plans.
- Document progress, ensuring every achievement is recognized and celebrated.

**What We Offer**:
A competitive salary, circa £40,000 per annum, based on experience and qualifications.

A generous package of rewards, including 33 days of annual leave, an ethical workplace pension, and wellbeing benefits.

Training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.

A clear path for career progression within a supportive and collaborative work environment.

**Qualifications and Experience**:
While previous experience in a similar role is desirable, we value passion and dedication above all. If you possess empathy, a sense of adventure, are determined with endless patience and a genuine desire to work with children, we encourage you to apply.

We appreciate applicants from underrepresented backgrounds and experiences.

We are particularly keen to hear from you if you have had a career in a different sector and now want to do something more meaningful and impactful.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Children’s Support Worker to join our team at one of Hygge’s Therapeutic Children's Homes. As a Children’s Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in creating a nurturing and healing environment for children who have experienced trauma. Your primary focus will be to provide emotional support, thoughtful care and to promote the overall well-being of the children in our care.

**Responsibilities**:

- Foster a warm and supportive environment where children feel safe, valued, and empowered.
- Implement a trauma-informed approach, understanding and responding to the effects of trauma on children's emotional and behavioural needs.
- Engage in therapeutic activities and play to promote healing, resilience, and positive growth.
- Build trusting relationships with the children, providing individualised attention and support based on their unique needs and strengths.
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement personalised care plans.
- Support daily routines, including meals, hygiene, and recreational activities, while encouraging children's independence and self-care skills.
- Document observations, incidents, and progress in accurate and timely reports.
- Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and continuous professional development to enhance skills and knowledge.

**Qualifications and Experience**:

- Previous experience in a similar role within a therapeutic or residential care setting is desirable.
- A trauma-informed approach and understanding of child development and attachment theory.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and trust with children.
- Playful, curious and empathetic nature, with the ability to create a positive and engaging environment for children.
- Excellent communication and active listening skills, ensuring effective collaboration with the team and effective support for the children.
- Ability to adapt to challenging situations, demonstrating resilience and maintaining a calm and patient demeanour.
- A commitment to ongoing professional development and a willingness to learn and grow in the field of therapeutic childcare.
- A compassionate and non-judgmental approach to working with children from diverse backgrounds.
- Strong IT skills.

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