The role will be to support young people.
PASSIONATE, ENTHUSIASTIC, MOTIVATED and COMMITTED to make a difference and improving the lives of young people supporting them to holistically develop socially, emotionally and behaviourally in a home where they feel safe and cared for working towards being the best versions of themselves and fully independent.
Salary: £12.50 per hour £50 sleep in rate
Location: CW2 Crewe, Cheshire East
Hours: As required
Contract: Permanent Role
Driver: Due to the nature of the job and the activities involved, we are only able to consider applicants who have a full UK driver's licence.
Benefits of a Independence Support Worker:
* Opportunity to complete the Level 3/4 Children & Young People qualification - fully funded!!!
* Casual dress code
* Company pension
* 28 days annual leave
* Comprehensive Training Package including scheduled ongoing training and CPD planning
* Competitive salary
Role of an Independence Support Worker:
* To encourage the young people to do activities and take responsibility for their own lives depending on their age.
* To keep the homely, friendly culture and environment of the home.
* To be able to deal with challenging behaviours when needed.
* Protect children and young people from risks to their health and welfare.
* Provide support for the children and young people in the home and to promote their independence and well-being.
* Maintain a safe environment for young people.
* Ensuring the safety of the young people.
* Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the individual's care plan, guidelines, reward system and preferred method of communication.
* Support young people’s behaviour safely and sympathetically.
* Develop and maintain good working relationships with the staff, parents, Social Workers and other professionals that may be involved in the young people's lives.
Requirements:
* Experience as a Support Worker, or working with Young People is desirable.
* Experience within another healthcare or social care setting is desirable.
* You must hold a UK full driver licence & be a driver as you will be required to transport young people.
* NVQ or QCF level 3 in Children & Young People is desirable.
* You must be able to commute to Crewe/Cheshire East Area.
Apply: Application Form
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Pay: £12.50 per hour
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Night shift
* Overtime
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: ISW BANK
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