Weekend Support Worker

I am currently seeking a weekend Children Residential Support Worker to join an amazing children's service in Lancashire. You will work Friday, Saturday and Sunday days. The role comes with a great salary, bonus, benefits and great career development opportunities

You will be working with a dedicated care team, providing care and support to children who have faced a difficult start in life. Their needs are varied and include challenging behaviours, your support can have a positive impact on their future so this is a very rewarding role.

Your duties include:

• Supporting children in their daily lives
• Encouraging hobbies and activities
• Promoting independence and positive behaviour
• Working as part of a dedicated care team
• Working with families and outside agencies

The successful candidate will have the following:

• A willingness to complete NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare
• Experience of working with children would be beneficial but not essential as full training and support is provided.
• A genuine passion for care and to be motivated by contributing to the progression of others.
• Be caring, compassionate, understanding and show patience.
• Be a team player, flexible, honest and reliable.

.• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

This an excellent opportunity for a support worker to join an amazing opportunity to join a great company that truly values it's staff and offers long term career opportunities.