Exciting Opportunity: Full-Time Support Worker
Join a New Children's Residential Home in County Durham
£31,000-£32,000 salary
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Do you thrive in a supportive, nurturing environment where every day brings new opportunities to grow and inspire? If so, we want you to join our team!
About Us
We are a brand-new children's residential home in County Durham, dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment for children and young people. Our mission is to empower them to achieve their full potential and lead fulfilling lives.
The Role
As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in the day-to-day care and development of the young people in our home. You'll provide emotional support, encourage independence, and assist with daily routines, helping to create a warm, family-like atmosphere.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Building positive, trusting relationships with young people.
2. Supporting individual care plans to meet the physical, emotional, and social needs of the children.
3. Assisting with household tasks and activities to ensure a safe, clean, and engaging environment.
4. Providing encouragement and opportunities for personal development.
5. Participating in shifts, including sleep-ins, on a rota basis.
What We Offer:
1. Competitive salary: £31,000-£32,000 per annum (inclusive of sleep-in shifts).
2. Full-time, permanent position with a supportive and collaborative team.
3. Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
4. The chance to be part of a new, dynamic home from the very beginning.
What We're Looking For:
1. A caring, compassionate, and proactive individual.
2. Experience working with children or young people in a similar role is desirable.
3. A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it).
4. Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.
5. A full UK driving license is preferred but not essential.
Ready to Join Us?
If you're ready to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and be part of something new and exciting, we'd love to hear from you.
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