Children's Waking Night Support Worker

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We have fantastic opportunities for hard-working and dedicated Waking Night Support Workers to join the team at a small residential home for young people with
Emotional Behaviour Disorder, Challenging Behaviours and Mental Health. Our client, based in the Dorset/Hampshire area, creates a welcoming and encouraging environment where young people can flourish academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually.We have full-time, permanent roles for waking nights for 40 hours per week. Shifts are 2200-0800 working on a 4 on/4 off rota basis. Salary is £22,050-£24,300 depending on experience and if you hold a diploma in children's health and social care. Your new role
As a Children's Support Worker, you will be responsible for:

• Ensuring the health and safety of young people is maintained
• Promoting and encouraging independence
• Ensure that the needs of the young people are met at all time
• Actively promote and develop learning whilst participating in activities within and outside the service

Working as part of a team and creating a positive, safe and fun atmosphereWhat you'll need to succeed

• Be a calm, compassionate and caring individual with a genuine passion for caring for others.
• Full UK right to work - no sponsorship
• Understanding of Emotional Behaviour Disorder and Challenging Behaviours advantageous
• Be flexible and reliable
• Level 3 NVQ desirable
• Recent experience working with young people is advantageous. However, full training will be provided.
• You must have a full UK driving licence and own transport

• Due to the requirements, you must be 21 or older

What you'll get in return

• Free DBS check
• Full induction programme
• Continuing professional development
• Regular supervision and appraisals
• 5.6 weeks annual leave

What you need to do now
If you would like to apply, please email your CV
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