Care Assistant Support Worker

Children's Services Support Worker / Senior Support Worker (Driver Required)

We are currently recruiting for up to 3 Support Workers and 1 Senior Support Worker within our Children's Services team. Opportunities are available on both a Full-Time and Bank basis. We are also open to considering Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) for short-term, temporary, or temp-to-perm roles.

Shift Pattern:

• Primarily day shifts with some sleep's
• Occasional night shifts may be required
• Short and long day shifts available

Essential Requirements:

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Experience supporting children and young people with complex care needs
• Strong understanding of safeguarding practices
• Clear and accurate record-keeping skills
• Good communication skills and ability to use a range of communication methods

Key Skills & Experience:

• Experience supporting children with behavioural, emotional, and complex healthcare needs
• Medication Administration and Moving & Handling training
• Clinical training desirable, including Epilepsy, PEG, VNS, and other complex care competencies
• Personal care and basic healthcare support, including observations
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control
• Experience using communication tools such as PECS, communication aids/talkers, and social stories