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Support Worker

Posted 22 days ago

  • Sudbury, Suffolk
  • Permanent
  • £23,000 to £24,500 /Yr
  • Sponsored
  • Expires In 6 days

We are looking for a residential support worker for a home supporting young people aged 5-18. They pride themselves in creating a home from home environment to allow young people to flourish and thrive, learning to deal with their past experiences and prepare for the future.




  • We want people who are naturally caring, flexible and resilient.

  • Great communication skills, positive and energetic.

  • Ability to remain calm during sometimes challenging situations.

  • You need to be able to work flexibly in caring for the children. This will include working shifts and sleep-ins



Shift patterns - Full time working long days plus extra sleep in (approx. 4-6 sleep ins per month)





28 days annual leave minimum including Bank holiday entitlement





Must have:



Be committed to completing an NVQ level 3 health and social care within 12 months of employment



Ability to engage with young people in a positive and proactive approach



Key Strengths:




  • Sensitive

  • Honest

  • Reliable

  • Empathise

  • Flexible

  • Positive nature

  • Sense of humour

  • Energetic

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