Support Worker – supported accommodation
We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s and young people services and have a permanent opportunity for a Support Worker based in Tyldesley, Greater Manchester. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties within a supported accommodation service. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.
This is a permanent position working 36 hours per week plus sleep ins. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working within the care sector and hold a driving licence. If you are already an established Support Worker, our client may be able to offer progression into a Senior Role as and when the time is right.
Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £27,250 per year.
As a Support Worker, your responsibilities will include:
- Provide support using a person centred approach.
- Support the young person to maintain and develop relationships with friends and family.
- Encourage the young person to integrate with the local community by attending clubs or day centres.
- Support the young person in all aspects of their daily living.
- Safeguard vulnerable young people and report any suspicion or evidence of harm.
- Continuous commitment to professional development.
- To be willing to cover other services when required.
- Liaise with parents and/or carers and other professionals.
Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:
- Enrolment onto a level 3 qualification
- Free meals on shift
- Overtime rate
- Compressed working week
- Opportunity to progress
To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our specialist Kieran
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