Support Worker – Childrens Services

Responsibilities

• Providing emotional support during challenging times
• Fostering ambition in young people, assisting them in achieving their goals and maximising their potential
• Offering support in the educational pursuits of young individuals
• Maintaining accurate records and preparing written reports for planning meetings, reviews or any other meetings as directed by the line manager.
• Empowering young people to actively participate in decision‑making about their lives and future
• Acting as an advocate in meetings where the young person is the subject of discussion
• Encouraging community engagement, attending off‑site activities, and expanding their personal social networks
• Meeting the needs of children and young people, organising social activities and maintaining the home (laundry, cooking, cleaning, shopping etc.)

New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor and update children and young people’s records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage but not essential, as full training will be provided. All staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day‑to‑day role.

Requirements

• Minimum age requirement: 21 years old due to Ofsted requirements
• Full UK driving licence preferable but not essential
• No prior experience necessary, only a commitment and passion for working with young people
• Must have availability for sleep‑in shifts
• NVQ Level 4 in children and young people’s workforce
• All successful candidates will be required to undergo a thorough background check.

Working Hours

• Our Shift Patterns: 2 – 3 shifts per week on a full‑time basis – sleep‑ins are mandatory.
• Rota provided 4 weeks in advance.

Compensation and Benefits

• £30 per sleep‑in – on a full‑time basis this could be an additional £3,600 per year (based on 10 sleep‑ins per month).
• £30 additional payment per sleep‑in shift.
• Overtime rate of 1.25.
• Full two weeks of paid training before starting the role.
• Enhanced DBS covered.
• Comprehensive induction and training provided.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

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