Job Title: Support Worker
Contract Type: Temporary
Pay rate: £12.82 per hour 
Working Pattern: long days, long day sleeps
Location: Derby
Are you a Support Worker looking for a new role?
Do you have experience in a Residential Setting?
Reed is working with a provider of residential care for young people looking for a compassionate Support Worker to join their team in the area of Derby.
Day to Day of the role:
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with young people to promote their sense of security.

• Provide a safe, warm, and supportive environment, encouraging the development of individual interests.

• Promote a healthy lifestyle and assist young people in developing positive social networks.

• Engage in and supervise day-to-day care practices, ensuring the personal development of each young person.

• Collaborate with colleagues to develop, implement, and review care plans.

• Undertake routine administrative tasks and maintain accurate records.

• Participate in alternating shift patterns and undertake sleep-in duties as required.
Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience working with young people who have challenging behaviours.

• Ability to work as part of a team and coordinate activities.

• Knowledge of the issues faced by children and young people, including the effects of abuse and oppression.

• Ability to use initiative, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality.

 
Benefits:

• Company pension scheme

• Annual Appraisal bonus

• Ofsted bonus

• Refer a friend bonus

• Competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.