Bank Night Support Worker

We are offering a great opportunity to be a part of the little steps that are needed to form the futures of young, vulnerable people in Gloucestershire

**If the answer to the following 5 questions is YES, then we would love to have you on board**.
- Do you have experience working with vulnerable young people?
- Can you put young people at the forefront of all decision making?
- Can you act with a professional judgement and work as a multi-agency, building positive relationships with lead professionals such as social workers?
- Can you make a positive outlook to young people by encouraging them to build skills and resilience?
- Can you help a young person feel safe and supported by you?

You will need to be able to work flexibly to meet the needs of our young people (shift pattern & sleeping nights).

You will assist the young people in the creating and maintaining of a positive and nurturing environment for young people and meet their emotional, physical and psychological needs. Positively promoting the principles of an ordinary life. You will be a positive role model for the young people and encourage them to develop meaningful healthy relationships and attachments. You will also endeavour to empower them to make choices about their life.

As a holstic support worker you will ensure that delegated responsibilities and the day to day operation of the organsation are carried out in accordance with Ladders 2 Life policies and procedures and instructions, and within quality assurance requirements; clear and consistent structures are in place to create safety for children and young people, work alongside their team of professionals to enable effective integration of support.

Essential Skills
- Experience of working in a range of settings with vulnerable young people.
- Demonstrable commitment to recognising and valuing young people’s achievement in a range of learning styles.
- Evidence of recent commitment to personal professional development.
- Experience of working on your own initiative and within a team.
- Understanding and promotion of equal opportunities in both staff and client work.
- A “can-do” and willing approach.
- Applicant requires to take part in an Enhanced Criminal Record check/DBS.
- Driving Licence and access to own transport.
- Ability to demonstrate a commitment to service user empowerment and reintegration.
- Flexibility, creativity, initiative and self-motivation.
- Proven co-operation and communication skills.
- Excellent level of IT literacy in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and case management databases.
- Level Three Health and Social care qualification or willing to work towards
- GCSE’s Grade C or above in English & Maths.
- A flexible approach to working hours in line with the potentially unpredictable nature of housing management.

Benefits include:

- Progression on professional development.
- Great pay.
- 28 days Annual Leave.
- Pension Scheme.
- Career progression opportunities.

Other Requirements:

- You will need to provide two references; one must be a recent or current employer

As we provide support for vulnerable young people this will include working regular shifts inclusive of evenings, nights and occasional weekends.

**Salary**: £11.44-£15.00per hour

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: £12.00-£15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 4 - 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Referral programme

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability

**Experience**:

- Support Worker: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person