Residential Support Worker, Children/Special Needs Temp to Perm

Employment Plus are looking for experienced Support Workers for our client who operate a group of independent specialist schools providing exceptional residential care and award winning education to children with a diagnosis of Autistic Spectrum Disorder, severe and complex learning difficulties, global development delay and associated behaviours that challenge. Employment Plus are now recruiting Residential Support Workers for young people in a residential service with onsite education near to Long Ditton, Surrey. This will be on a temp to perm basis , and interviews are being held this week, with an assessment day on the 27th February. About the job: You will be supporting young people with complex needs. This is a challenging role, but the rewards are incomparable to any other job. You will be working in an environment where the little things that you do every day could have life-changing results. About the job: Working with all levels of the Staff Team to safeguard young people at all times. Participating in a wide range of innovative and exciting recreational events held within the home and wider community. Assisting with practical matters relating to care (cooking, cleaning etc.) Creating positive relationships with the young people and offering them unconditional dignity and respect. Meeting the physical, emotional, behavioural and cultural needs of the young people. Ensuring that the needs of the young person are being met Actively contributing to the development of the team. About You: A minimum of 6 month experience working with children with special and/or complex needs A strong team player Resilience to keep going at difficult times and to ask for support if needed Excellent written and oral communication skills Computer literate Benefits The opportunity to go permanent after a 12 week temp to perm period (optional) Shifts to suit your lifestyle Weekly pay Staff meals whilst on shift Fully expensed off-site activities and trips to attend alongside the young people. Genuine career development opportunities for those who want them. A beautiful home and grounds to work within. Employment Plus is committed to valuing diversity and promoting equality for all an welcomes applications from all sector of the community