Support Worker - Childrens Services

Vetro Recruitment ,
Preston, Lancashire
Salary: £17062.00 - £17062.50 per annum

Overview

I have an exciting opportunity for a Residential Support Worker to work at a children's residential home. The service specialises in care and support for children and young people with learning disabilities and autism. The service is based between Grimsargh and Haighton, Lancashire. Duties: Provide 24/7 specialist residential support in a safe, caring and homely environment for young people aged 16-25 with autism and learning disabilities. As a member of the residential care team, you will strive to bring out the best in every young person by supporting and guiding them in their daily lives. This could be in the form of helping the young person at school, accompanying them to take part in an activity (walking, horse riding, trampolining, Duke of Edinburgh etc.) or simply assisting them in completion of general daily tasks, including morning and night time routines. The Service A 6 bedroom farmhouse including en-suite facilities in 4 of the rooms Gardens to the front, side and rear of the property, where people can enjoy outdoor activities A paddock area with farm animals Salary Details £8.75 per hour working 30 hours per week - £13,650 or working 40 hours per week - £18,200. Benefits Free monthly £1,000 colleague lotto DBS paid for. Amazing charity schemes Free parking on site Online discounts and cash back for high street to holidays Career Pathways - Our commitment to your career progression Cash for colleagues - Earn money for friends you recommend. What we are looking for: Experience in a support worker role is essential. Prepared to deal with challenging behaviour which may be exhibited by a young person at any time for any number of reasons. Comfortable with personal care duties when required. If you are interested in this opportunity please apply below and a member of the team will be in contact to discuss further. Job Type: Full-time Salary: £17,062.50 /year This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89691784