Support Worker Young People

Embark on a rewarding journey, contributing to the growth and nurturing of young minds in Leicestershire.

Our client is currently seeking compassionate individuals for the role of Support Worker, based in Residential Children Homes.
This role is pivotal in providing care and support to children and young people with behaviours that challenge, including those diagnosed with Autism and Learning Difficulties.

Key Responsibilities include:
- Cultivate trust and foster nurturing relationships to enhance service users' independence, wellbeing, and abilities.
- Collaborate with parents/carers and professionals to ensure a holistic approach to care.
- Participate in maintaining the home environment, including cooking and cleaning.
- Accurately document information and maintain up-to-date records.
- Uphold safeguarding policies and ensure a secure environment for all.

The Ideal Candidate for this Support Worker position, will need to:
- Possesses or is willing to work towards the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
- Driven by the desire to make a substantial positive impact on young lives.
- Demonstrates a solid understanding of safeguarding and protection for vulnerable children and young people.
- Flexible to accommodate sleep-ins, shift work, weekends, and bank holidays.
- Experience with children and young people is favoured, yet a keen attitude and eagerness to learn are highly valued.

Benefits include:
- 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with an increase after 5 years of service.
- Option to purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave.
- Comprehensive family-friendly leave options, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption pay.
- Immediate service-related sick pay.
- Access to a Group Personal Pension with matched contributions of 4% or 6%.
- Salary sacrifice options for pension contributions, offering tax and NI savings.
- Death in service cover at 4x annual earnings for pension scheme members.
- Cycle2work scheme for a healthier commute.
- Interest-free season ticket loans for stress-free travel.
- A plethora of discounts and cashback options from leading high street retailers, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays, and more through a benefits portal.

This role promises not just a career but a chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of young individuals. If you possess the passion and the drive to excel in this environment, your contribution will be valued and supported with an array of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.49-£18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

* Additional leave

* Casual dress

* Company pension

* Discounted or free food

* Employee discount

* Employee mentoring programme

* Free parking

* Health & wellbeing programme

* On-site parking

* Referral programme