Support Worker - Children







Experienced Support Worker Children s
26,000 pa including 2 sleeps a week
250 welcome bonus
40 hours per week
We have positions located in Herne Bay& Canterbury
We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for experiencedSupport Workersfor their children s services in various locations inKENT.Our client is a proud family-owned provider of care and education for young people and have successful grown their services in the Kent area.
Support Workers will need to encourage and motivate children, young people and young adults to develop life skills, and participate in a range of leisure activities, educational interests and social opportunities. Which offer positive challenges within a safe and structured environment. Within a year you could progress to a Team Leader position and have gained your NVQ Level 3 paid for by the company.
Experience
At least 1 to 2 years experience in Residential Childcare
Personal qualities
Flexible and committed to the role
Meticulous in record keeping
Good timekeeping
Takes responsibility for own development
Positive listener
Ability to manage multiple tasks and cope under pressure
Effective decision making
Initiative and integrity
Requirements
Qualifications & Knowledge:
QCF level 3 in Health and Social Care children and young people or equivalent within 2 years of confirmation of employment
Working knowledge of caring for vulnerable children in a residential setting
Knowledge of equal opportunities & diversity
Knowledge of The Children s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 & Guide to
the Children s Homes Regulations including the Quality Standards
Benefits
Refer a friend Reward scheme earn up to 250 per referral
Birthday gift
Blue Light Card, offering a range of discounts and rewards
Pension Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Ongoing training and development, opportunities
Staff Loyalty Scheme This is a scheme that provides staff awards for their length of service and loyalty to the company.
If this role is of interest to you, then please get in touch for further details.
Requirements Good English written & Spoken L3 Qualification Full training given Enhanced DBS will be required