Children's Residential Support Worker

7 days ago

Bury, United Kingdom Lindum Care Ltd Full time

**Job Overview**
As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing assistance and care to children, ensuring their well-being and supporting their development. You will be responsible for implementing care plans and facilitating activities that promote learning and growth. This position requires excellent communication skills, a compassionate nature, and the ability to work collaboratively with families and other professionals.

**Duties**
- Assist children with daily living activities, including personal care and hygiene.
- Implement individual care plans tailored to each child's needs.
- Support children in educational and recreational activities to enhance their learning experiences.
- Communicate effectively with children, families, and team members to ensure a cohesive support network.
- Maintain accurate records of children's progress and any incidents that may occur.
- Drive to various locations as required to provide support or attend meetings.
- Utilise IT skills for documentation and communication purposes.

**Working Pattern**

The rota works on a 6 week cycle, based on a continuous rolling rota covering all days of the week. 3 teams of 2 people cover the shifts.

You will work 2 and a half days, followed by 3.5 days off, example as follows:
Shift 1 - 10am to 10pm

Shift 2 - 6.30am to 10pm

Shift 3 - 6.30am to 10am.

You will then have 3 full days off, before working the same pattern again.

Within the 6 week cycle, it includes 2 full weekends off.

Sleeps are paid at the equivalent rate of £45 per sleep and are included within the salary offered.

**Qualifications**
- Previous experience working with children is essential.
- Understanding of care plans and the ability to implement them effectively.
- Strong communication skills to engage with children and their families.
- IT proficiency for record keeping and reporting tasks.
- A valid driving licence is preferred for travel between locations.
- A background in childcare or related fields is advantageous but not mandatory.
- Full UK Driving Licence

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

Pay: From £30,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension

Application question(s):

- Are you happy to work the 2.5 days on, 3.5 days off rota, including some weekends?

**Experience**:

- Support Worker: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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