Children's Support Worker

Do you have the compassion and commitment to make a difference to children's lives? We have fantastic permanent opportunities for hard-working and dedicated support workers to join our client at a small residential home based in the Dorset/Hampshire area!The home, which supports young people with Emotional Behaviour Disorder, Challenging Behaviours and Mental Health. Helps to provide a welcoming and encouraging environment to support young people in flourishing academically, socially, and emotionally.We have full-time, permanent roles for days. 2x 15-hour shift and 1 8x hour shift with 1 full weekend work and 2 weekends off for 38 hours per week.Your new role As a Children's Support Worker, you will be responsible for:

• Ensuring the health and safety of young people is maintained whilst generating a positive, safe, and fun atmosphere.
• Promoting and encouraging independence in a caring and compassionate manner.
• Ensure that the needs of the young people are observed and always met.
• Actively promote and develop learning whilst participating in activities whilst working within and outside the service.

What you'll need to succeed

• Having a genuine passion for caring for others whilst being calm and compassionate.
• Understanding of Emotional Behaviour Disorder and Challenging Behaviours is advantageous.
• Flexible and reliable with your working schedule.
• Level 3 NVQ desirable
• Recent experience working with young people is essential.
• You must have a full UK driving licence and your own transport.
• Due to the requirements, you must be 21 or older

What you'll get in return

• Free DBS check
• Full induction programme
• Continue professional development
• Regular supervision and appraisals
• 5.6 weeks annual leave

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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