Children's Support Worker

Job Description

Childrens Support WorkerHolbeach£9.50 to £12 per hourBetter Healthcare Services are building a team of Childrens Support Workers to provide care to children and young people in either a residential, educational or community environment.You may be required to provide support to children and young people who have physical disabilities and require some level of personal care or may need support with their mental health and may be in contact with CAMHS. The young people may have a diagnosisof Autism, ADHD or other disorders. You would be fully prepped on this before attending any shift.Our support packages could be based in Holbeach or within the nearby area, so being a driver is beneficial but not a requirement.Main responsibilities:

• Engaging with the young person as per their likes and dislikes
• Maintaining routines set out by the young persons care plans
• Engaging with the families (and at times may be required to provide emotional support)
• Document accurately
• Maintaining a safe environment for the young person in your care and being aware of any risk factors
• You may be required to escort the young person out in the community or attend appointments with them
• Remaining a positive and consistent person for the families and can build strong, therapeutic relationships
• Being able to safeguard the young people from harm and knowing what to do if you have a concern.

• Free online and practical training
• 24/7 support from your consultant and on-call team
• Weekly pay, every Friday
• Competitive hourly rates
• Annual leave accrual