Children's Support Worker - Interviews available immediately

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited ,
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £18,250 per annum

Overview

Children's Support Worker, Leeds, Permanent position, Immediate Starts, up to £18,615 Annual salary Children's Support Worker / Interviews available Immediately We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established Children's Care provider in the Leeds area. This is a permanent position as a Residential Child Support Worker with an immediate start date and an annual salary of £18,250 - £18,615. The position is working 39 hours per week on a flexible working pattern. You will be working with Children between the ages of 7 - 12 years and be responsible for facilitating and supporting their growth in a Physical, Social, Psychological and Emotional capacity. You are entitled to 30 days holiday (including Bank holidays, a Simply Health Scheme and have access to prestigious high street and online discounts. We have interviews available on the 25th March 2020 with successful candidates starting as soon as possible. If you are interested in the position, please get in touch ASAP. Your new role To provide the Children with a safe and predictable environment and to be able to focus on their needs in stressful situations To have thorough knowledge of care plans and the ability to conduct risk assessments Be able to physically intervene in a proactive approach if a Child is displaying behaviour that may pose a risk to themselves or others To assist in the running of the home, supporting the Children in attending school, administering medication, house duties and to take the Children to various activities and events Ensure that you are alert to signs of abuse or distress and to monitor the needs of the Children. To provide a comfortable and supportive home environment. Prioritise the well-being of the children above everything else, keeping the Children safe. Requirements for the Role Must be eligible to work in the UK. Ability to work unsocial hours including 24/7 shift work, sleep-ins, weekends, bank holidays. Able to work extra hours to cover sickness and annual leave at short notice. Be committed to the safety of the household and complete household duties including cooking. At least six months experience working as a Support Worker with Children Preferably a qualification in Health & Social Care Must undertake an enhanced DBS Disclosure check prior to their employment Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk