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Support Worker.
Location: Swansea.
Salary: £22,815 - £23,930 based on £11.25 -£11.80 an hour.
Full Time: 39 hours a week.
We now have an open role for Support Worker for our Priority Childcare and we are looking for people with high quality care to the children and young people we support. We are a leading organization dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to young people who have had childhood trauma, are struggling with mental health or both. We are committed to making a positive impact on their lives, fostering their growth, and enhancing their overall well-being. We are currently seeking compassionate and dedicated Support Workers to join our team and make a difference in the lives of these incredible children.
Discover the extraordinary role of making a difference in the lives of children in care. At our welcoming home in Rhos Cottage, we invite individuals with a nurturing spirit and exceptional patience to join our team. Your compassionate nature will empower these children as they navigate through challenging circumstances. You will guide them on their educational journey, accompanying them to school and providing unwavering support in their everyday endeavours. Plus, there are plenty of exciting outings to look forward to!
A day in the life of working at Priority Childcare includes:
- Providing high quality care to the children and young people we support;
- Ensuring their physical and emotional needs are met through a supportive and caring environment;
- Being a positive role model;
- Promoting independence by supporting a range of social, school and work-based activities;
- Working together to ensure support is tailored to meet individual needs;
- Keeping accurate records of all activities, progress, and incidents should they arise;
- General housekeeping duties, including meal preparation.
You’ll need:
- A can-do attitude, resilient nature;
- Previous care experience preferred but not essential.
- To hold a current valid driver’s license;
- Compassion and empathy;
- Good communication;
- The ability to work flexibly
- To be reliable.
In return, we offer:
- A fully paid Induction Training Programme, DBS and Social Care registration.
- Paid training for nationally recognised Health and Social Care Qualifications.
- Enrolment in a Company Pension Scheme: 3%employer/5%employee contribution.
- Career progression opportunities – we have an excellent track record of internal promotions.
- Eligibility for a “Blue Light Card” for additional discounts at a range of retailers.
- Enhanced maternity/paternity pay after 12 months of employment.
- ‘Refer a friend’ scheme – earn up to £1000 per Support Worker or Learning Support Assistant you refer to work for us.
- Bank Holiday – day in lieu if worked regardless of on/off rota.
- Loyalty Bonus.
- £25 Xmas Voucher.
- Life Assurance – after probation.
- Medicash Health Plan – after probation.
- Covid Sickness Payment up to 5 days fully paid – after probation.
- Employee Assistance Scheme, including confidential Counselling and Support Sessions and access to Salary Financing Services.
About Priority Childcare:
Priority Childcare is part of Orbis Group. Priority Childcare specialises in working with young people in care whose complex needs and challenging behaviour require support to achieve positive outcomes.
If you want to make a difference to children's lives, please click ‘Apply’ and submit your CV today!
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