Support Worker

Central Recruitment is working with an organisation dedicated to providing safe, high-quality accommodation for young people.

Our client is currently recruiting for a permanent Support Worker in the Newham area at a 24/7 supported accommodation provides support to young people aged 16-17 years who are in care.

• 36 hours per week
• Monday - Sunday (rota basis)
• Shifts: long (09:00 - 21:00) and waking nights (21:00 - 09:00)
• Permanent
• £27,705.60 per annum

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of young people on their journey towards independence.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide hands-on, consistent support to 16-17-year-olds in our residential provision
• Support young people to develop essential life skills (cooking, budgeting, self-care, tenancy management)
• Complete risk assessments
• Respond calmly and professionally to challenging behaviour and emotional crises
• Working collaboratively with multi agencies to ensure safeguarding at all times
• Maintaining accurate, detailed records using our digital case management system
• Writing clear, professional keywork notes, logs and monthly reports
• Liaising with external agencies, social workers and other professionals

What we’re looking for:

• At least 1 year of experience working with young people aged 16-17 in a care, residential or supported housing setting
• A genuine, demonstrable passion for working with care-experienced young people
• Understanding of safeguarding, trauma-informed practice and the challenges facing young people leaving care
• Confident IT skills and ability to use digital case management systems
• Current Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (Children Workforce) - or willingness to apply
• Current Safeguarding certification - or willingness to complete upon appointment

Desirable:

• NVQ / QCF Level 3 (or above) in Health & Social Care, Children & Young People, or equivalent
• Experience working in a 24/7 residential setting
• Knowledge of the Children Act, Care Leavers Act and relevant legislation

Further requirements:

In order to register with Central Recruitment Services for temporary agency work, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Current valid right to work in the UK
• Minimum 12 months’ of paid experience in a front line social care role within the last 3 years* (unless recruitment criteria states otherwise)
• A fully enhanced DBS either registered on the DBS update service or issued within the last 12 months, or willingness to apply for one through Central (at a cost of £60)
• Employment or education history to cover the last 5 years which can be verified through the referencing process

How to apply:

If you feel that you fully meet the above outlined criteria for this role and would like apply for this post, please forward your CV for consideration.

*Please note the outlined experience is the 'minimum' first stage criteria, and we will therefore be unable to consider your application unless you are able to demonstrate a relevant work history in line with this position.