Support Worker

Posted 04 February 2025
Salary £30559 - £32650 per annum
LocationOldham
Job type Permanent
Discipline Social Care
ReferenceSWOLDCH_1738743288
Contact NameZoe Brown

Job description

Job Opportunity: Children Support Worker

Location: Oldham

Salary Range:£30,559.00 to £32,654.00

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Level 3 Health and Social Care: Not essential, but beneficial for the role.
  • Safeguarding: Must have Level 2/3 qualifications. This is crucial for ensuring the safety and well-being of the children in your care.
  • Experience: Previous experience in a residential setting is required. This experience will help in understanding the dynamics and needs of a residential environment.
  • Team Teach: Familiarity with Team Teach strategies is essential. This will enable you to effectively manage challenging behaviors and ensure a supportive environment for the children.

Shift Patterns:

  • Long shifts: 10am - 11am or 11am to 11pm
  • Short shifts: 4-hour or 8-hour durations
  • Flexibility in working hours is important to meet the needs of the children and the demands of the residential setting.

Areas of Focus:

  • EBD (Emotional and Behavioral Difficulties)
  • Looked After Children
  • Care Leavers
  • Complex Health Needs

This role involves working with children who have diverse and often complex needs. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, patient, and dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of young people. If you are passionate about supporting children and have the necessary experience and skills, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

For more information, please get in contact

Zoe Brown

0118 948 5555 / 07436412945