Youth Support Worker

Waking Night Support Worker - Preesall, Blackpool

30 hours per week

-15.00 per hour

Join a dedicated and compassionate team committed to making a positive difference in the lives of young people. Our organisation specialises in providing high-quality support within children''s residential services, fostering a safe and nurturing environment for vulnerable children and adolescents. We pride ourselves on our supportive work culture, ongoing professional development, and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for those in our care. If you are passionate about supporting young people and want to work in a rewarding environment, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in children''s services.

• Provide overnight support to young people in a 3-bed EBD home based in Preesall, Blackpool, ensuring their safety and wellbeing throughout the night shift.
• Monitor and respond to the needs of young people, offering emotional support and reassurance as required.
• Maintain accurate records of overnight activities, incidents, and observations in line with organisational policies.
• Implement care plans and support strategies tailored to individual needs, promoting positive behaviour and development.
• Ensure the safety and security of the home environment during the night shift.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external agencies to support the young people''s needs and progress.
• Adhere to all safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring the protection of vulnerable young people at all times.
• Participate in team meetings and training sessions to continually enhance skills and knowledge.

• Experience working in children''s services, particularly with children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
• Knowledge of children''s care and support, including anti-social behaviour, challenging behaviour, and case work.
• Skill in lone working and managing challenging situations with professionalism and sensitivity.
• Enrolled on an NVQ in Children''s Care or equivalent, or at least 2 years'' relevant experience without formal qualification.
• Unqualified support workers are welcome at -15 per hour; those enrolled on NVQ or with 2+ years'' experience are eligible for -16 per hour; qualified and NVQ-completed staff can earn -17 per hour.
• Relevant skills include: Child and Young Person Care, Advice and Guidance, Budgeting and Financial Management, Challenging Behaviour Management, and RSW - Adolescents.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently, demonstrating excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

If you are passionate about supporting young people and want to be part of a dedicated team making a real difference, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our organisation and take the next step in your career in children''s services. We look forward to welcoming motivated and compassionate individuals to our team!