Spalding , Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
£31493 - £34495
Permanent
Job Title: Children's Support Worker
Location: Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, UK
Salary: £31,279 to £33,705 (Inclusive of sleep)
Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated Children's Support Worker to join a leading specialist provider at a vibrant children’s residential service in Wisbech. This full-time, permanent role offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young people with EBD and challenging behaviours. As a Children's Support Worker in Wisbech, you will work closely with an experienced team to deliver exceptional care, support independence, and create memorable experiences for the children and young people in your care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support children and young people in their daily activities and interests
- Promote independence and well-being for children with EBD and challenging behaviours
- Attend weekends away, holidays, and trips to enrich the children’s experiences
- Support children in weekend and evening activities, from climbing to baking cakes
- Protect children from risks to their health and welfare
- Provide emotional and practical support to young people within the home
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of care plans and safety guidelines
- Assist in managing and minimising challenging behaviours and incidents
Requirements:
- A genuine desire to create positive outcomes for vulnerable children and young people
- Empathetic, caring, and resilient nature
- Some professional or personal experience in a social care setting
- The right to work in the UK
- A valid driving licence is essential
- Relevant qualifications are welcome
- Must be over the age of 21
This Children's Support Worker role in Wisbech offers excellent benefits, including free meals on shift, paid activities such as computer games and theme parks, casual dress code, company pension, and access to discounts for shopping outlets, restaurants, and cinemas. You will also receive comprehensive training, ongoing CPD opportunities, and enhanced disclosure cost coverage.
Join us in making a difference as a Children's Support Worker in Wisbech. Apply today to become part of a dedicated team committed to supporting young people's futures.
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