Children Support Worker
Social Care and Education Leicester
Job Title: Support Worker – Children’s Residential Care
Location: Leicester
Salary: £11.50 per hour + additional sleep-in rate
Location: Leicester
Salary: £11.50 per hour + additional sleep-in rate
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (36 hours per week)
Social Care & Education are seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join our team in a Children’s Residential Care Home in Leicester. This is a full-time, permanent role where you’ll be making a real difference in the lives of young people aged 8 to 18 with challenging behaviour and learning disabilities.
About the Role
As a Support Worker, you will work within a team to provide high-quality care and support to children in a residential care setting. You’ll help create a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where children can thrive and develop, while promoting their independence and well-being.
Your Key Responsibilities Include:- Providing day-to-day care and support for children aged 8-18, including assistance with daily living activities, emotional support, and behavioural management.
- Supporting children with challenging behaviour and learning disabilities in a positive and proactive manner.
- Building strong, trusting relationships with the children to encourage their social, emotional, and educational development.
- Administering medication as per care plans and ensuring their safety at all times.
- Keeping accurate records of children’s progress and communicating with parents/carers and other professionals.
- Assisting with the preparation of meals, activities, and routines, helping to create a nurturing home environment.
- Undertaking sleep-in shifts when required, with additional pay for each shift.
- Previous experience working with children, ideally in a residential care home setting.
- Experience supporting children with challenging behaviour and learning disabilities.
- A full UK driving licence is essential for this role, as you may need to transport children on outings.
- A genuine passion for working with children and a commitment to making a difference in their lives.
- The ability to stay calm and respond effectively to challenging situations.
- A caring, patient, and empathetic nature, with excellent communication skills.
- Level 3 qualification in Children’s Care or equivalent is desirable but not essential.
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Location: Sileby,LE12
Salary: £11.50 per hour + additional sleep-in rate
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (36 hours per week)
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