Brook Street Social Care are proud to be working with a children's residential service provider within the area of Wirral, Merseyside. A service provider who creates homes where young people feel safe, loved and supported in all aspects of their emotional, physical, and educational development - homes, where young people thrive.
We are seeking to recruit Residential Children Support Workers to be a crucial part of the team within the home, supporting children and young people dealing with emotional behavioural difficulties and behaviours that challenge.
What are we looking for?
* To be successful in this role, you will be required to have a minimum of 6 months or more experience within a similar setting and have a full understanding and knowledge around mental health.
* We are most interested in who you are as a person. We are looking for people who personify our values - people who are loving, compassionate, clever and creative.
* We need individuals who can build supportive relationships with teenagers and will be good advocates and role models for them.
* You will have experience working with children and young people in residential care.
* Ideally you will hold a full UK driving license.
* Hold a Level 3 Diploma in Children's Residential Care (or equivalent/working towards).
The role…
* You will provide day-to-day care for children and young people living within the home. You will quickly establish trusting relationships and support people in care with their education, shared activities, and overall wellbeing.
* Organising, participating in and planning shared activities and interests with children to nurture their wellbeing, learning and growth.
* Working flexibly to meet changing demands and being willing to take on new tasks and responsibilities to ensure the safe day-to-day running of the home.
* Taking responsibility for ensuring the health and safety of children, the workforce and visitors to the home by maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment.
Benefits on offer for you…
* Annual leave which will increase with length of service.
* If you work on a Bank Holiday you will receive an enhanced rate.
* Ongoing therapeutic coaching and mental health support.
* Ongoing learning and development and progression.
* Promotions within the company.
* Support towards working qualifications of Levels 3, 4 and 5.
If you are interested in applying for this position and feel you have the right attributes and attitude to excel in the role, apply today and our team will be in touch with you.
Otherwise, please contact Cat Rainford on 07484 057959 or email.
Good luck with your application!
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