Support Worker

I am currently looking for a number of Enthusiastic and Passionate Care Workers in Meldreth, Nr. Royston (South Cambridgeshire / North Hertfordshire border), where the children's home and school provides education, care and therapeutic support for children and young people aged 9-19 years with severe and profound communication difficulties associated with conditions such as cerebral palsy, autism, brain injury and degenerative disorders.
Role: Support Worker
Location: Royston
Salary: £12.37 to £13.49 per hour (linked to competency and qualifications) Plus £1500 Welcome bonus *
Hours: 4 week rota pattern - Average 40hrs per week for full time and flexible part time shifts/hours available including weekend only hours.
Training: Full training is provided and once passed probation we will support and fund you completing Level 3 diploma in Resident - NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY

Key Duties of a Support Worker

• Providing exceptional high levels of care during all daily activities such as washing, dressing, socialising, learning, washing/personal care.
• Assisting with therapy sessions such as hydrotherapy and rebound therapy.
• Communicating effectively and building strong relationships that will empower the children and young adults are free to grow and develop
• Ensuring that the environment is safe, supportive and enjoyable
• Helping develop their learning and social skills wherever possible

• Full training and continued support

Benefits for a Support Worker:

• * Welcome bonus is payable in 2 payments - 50% following successful completion of probation and 50% after one year service
• Opportunity to study the Level 3 diploma in Residential Child Care which will be funded by us!
• Part time hours available if required
• 33 days' holiday including bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Enhanced pension scheme
• health cash back plan
• Car lease scheme
• Bike to work scheme
• Perk box
• Free parking

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