Support Worker

Support worker

Do you have passion and enthusiasm for promoting the well-being of young people and aiding them to reach their full potential?

Support worker DutiesandResponsibilities

• To provide a person-centred approach when providing activities and support for children and young people with complex needs.
• To take the lead for specific tasks as designated by the coordinator.
• To mentor and support new staff during their probationary period.
• To undertake training and take responsibility for children/young person who require tube feeding or emergency medication.
• Ensure that all information for a designated group of children is kept up to date including All About Me s protocols and risk assessments.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children and young people by proactively managing safeguarding principles and practises.
• Maintain a safe, creative and stimulating environment for children and young people s social, leisure and recreational activities.
• Attend staff meetings before and after sessions on a planned basis to discuss and assess the progress of the service.
• Attend training sessions.
• Support children & young people to participate in arts and crafts, games, sports, drama, music, & outings.
• Follow financial and administrative procedures as directed by the Children and Young Person s Coordinator.
• Follow first aid procedures and keep records of all accidents, incidents and treatment given.
• Provide personal care when needed respecting the dignity and privacy of the individual at all times.
• Monitor and evaluate children and young peoples progress through observation and record keeping.
• Ensure that responsibilities are carried out in accordance with Health and Safety legislation, and Midland Mencap s Equal Opportunities, Child Protection Policies and Ofsted regulations.
• Ensure appropriate professional boundaries with children, young people, parents and carers, staff and volunteers are maintained across the service.
• Be available to work flexible hours city-wide.
• Participate in planned regular meetings with the Children and Young Person s co-ordinator and other Midland Mencap colleagues.

Weofferthefollowing:

A friendly working environment where you are known as an individual

Opportunities for progression and development

Support, input and training

Competitive salary of GBP23,000.00-GBP25,500 per year dependent on qualifications

With overtime and additional sleep-ins, our CPs can expect to earn OTE in the region of GBP32,840 (pro rata for part time)

Overtime pay

Free DBS and update service

28 days holiday

. Refer a friend scheme

Supportive and reliable on call system

Supportive and accessible managers and senior management

This is a role including shift work, so you must be able to work weekends, evenings and sleep-ins.

JobTypes: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: GBP23,000.00-GBP25,500 per year

Experience:

- Residential Childcare: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence

- NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) (preferred)

Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person, Northampton