Children's Care Support Worker

Location: Leeds, UK
Hours: 12-hour shifts, 3-4 days per week (including weekends and bank holidays)
Salary: Competitive, based on experience (-12.50 per hour)

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Support Workers to join our team in providing high-quality care to children and young people in a residential care home setting. You will play a vital role in supporting their emotional, physical, and social development, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.

• Provide day-to-day care and supervision for children and young people aged 5-18.
• Support children with emotional and behavioural needs, including those with trauma backgrounds.
• Assist with daily routines such as meals, hygiene, school runs, and recreational activities.
• Build trusting relationships and act as a positive role model.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to care plans and reviews.
• Work collaboratively with social workers, therapists, and other professionals.
• Ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are followed at all times.

• 12-hour shifts (e.g., 8am-8pm or 8pm-8am)
• 3-4 days per week on a rolling rota
• Includes weekends and public holidays on a rotational basis

• Previous experience in a care or support role (children''s residential care preferred)
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People) or willingness to work towards it
• Enhanced DBS check (required prior to employment)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm and resilient in challenging situations

Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement.

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