Support Worker
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Support Worker – Kendal
We are hiring a FULL TIME Support Worker in our Kendal Home. Up to £36,064pa.
About the Company
We are a family owned company supporting looked after children with Care, Education & Therapy. Our children are typically below the age of 10. Up to 3 Children live in each home. Read more on our website.
The Support Worker Role
You will be responsible for ensuring young people are supported and prepared to move onto independent living. You will ensure that high levels of emotional and physical care are planned, provided and applied in accordance with the home’s procedures and strategies. You will be a Residential Support Worker as per the Childrens Homes Regulations. Emotional sustainability, sound partnership practice, verbal and written communication techniques, the ability to form lasting relationships, commitment to working issues through, and tenacity in working in a planned way to achieve the best outcomes for the young person are required.
Support Worker Requirements
- Hold, or be working towards a Diploma Level 3 in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People)
- Ideally 2 years’ relevant experience working with children and young people
- Able to produce written reports on the progress of young people and work to high standards
- Professional commitment to development and training
- Access to a vehicle (homes are not near public transport routes)
Benefits
- Meals provided
- Sleep in allowance
- Mileage allowance
- Health scheme
How to Apply
If you think you are suitable for this role, apply now via our application form.