Young Person's Support Worker

Vetro Recruitment ,
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Salary: £13300 - £15700 per annum

Overview

This is a fantastic opportunity for support workers to work with children aged 16-19 in a both a residential and educational setting. The 3 young people all have learning disabilities, autism and attachment disorders and need support in and out of school hours in order to help them achieve their potential. Duties: You will have the opportunity to support the young people in a variety of activities such as farming, baking and other activities which further their practical skills. Your will be responsible for the welfare and happiness of the children in after-school hours in their residential home. You will be building positive and supportive relationships with the young people by meeting their individual physical, emotional and behavioural needs. Requirements: Experience working with children in residential care or Experiance working with learning difficulties or people in a vulnerable situation Excellent communication Skills To have a passion for working with and caring for children and young people. To be comfortable with challenging behaviours. NVQ Level 3 is advantageous Drivers are desirable but not essential Salary and shifts: £13,361 -£15,700 35 hours a week 2 sleeps (£74 per sleep) 8:30 - 4:20 - monday to friday This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89918081