We are recruiting for a Support Worker to provide high-quality support and positive outcomes for young people in the care service including unaccompanied asylum-seeking young people. The ideal candidate would have previous experience working in a similar setting. We offer specialist support, care, advice and guidance tailored to each young person's needs to support them in their transition into adulthood and independent living.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Support Team Manager, the candidate will be working as part of team of support workers responsible for the below but not limited to:
Provide support and guidance to young people living independently in their homes.
Assist in developing young people's independent living skills.
Promote and encourage positive life choices in such as social activities, budgeting and education.
Update and ensure progress is made with care plans accordingly.
To liaise with social services and other professionals in terms of specific and general service delivery, support, accommodation etc, and to respond to any complaints/issues they have in a timely manner.
Participate in service developments including planning, control, monitoring, review and evaluation activities to ensure continuous improvements in service delivery.
To ensure that all young people, and staff are treated in accordance with the Equal Opportunities policy, and fairly with consideration of their cultural, religious and physical needs.
To provide on-call assistance as required to staff, social services and management.
To ensure all safeguarding issues are addressed and signposted in accordance with the company policies and procedures.
Coordinate and liaise with team members to ensure cohesive and compliant delivery of service.Requirements for the Role
NVQ Level 3 in Children's Social Care and/or equivalent, or willing to work towards one within a set timeframe.
Knowledge and understanding of The Children's Act and Children's Social Care system preferred
Driving Licence
Must have previous experience and working with a young people within the care setting
Strong communication skills, in particular the ability to influence, persuade and negotiate at all levels
Excellent relationship building skills
Ability to work well under pressure
Must be able to travel across a large geographical portfolio on a daily/weekly basis Benefits
33 days annual leave per annum (25 days plus bank holidays)
Life Cover (2 x basic salary)
Westfield Health Membership (offering cashback on health services plus discounts for retailers and gym memberships)
6 month probation period
Employer pension contribution (4% employer, 4% employee)
Laptop/Phone/other equipment if required as part of job role
Mileage expenses (claimable from home)
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