We are recruiting for several Support Workers in South Cambridge, to join our specialist children's home which provides care and therapeutic support for young people aged 9-19 years with severe and profound communication difficulties associated with conditions such as cerebral palsy, autism, brain injury and degenerative disorders.
You will have a chance to work with a supportive team whose common goal is to empower and support wherever is required. Our site is empowering, caring and truly transformative to our pupils and residents.
It is a tough yet totally rewarding role. Ultimately, we are looking for people with a passion to build relationships and positively change the lives of the children and young adults that we work with. So, whilst previous experience would be highly beneficial; it's not essential. What's more important to us is that you can demonstrate the right attitude to make a difference
Key Duties
- Providing exceptional high levels of care during all daily activities such as washing, dressing, socialising, learning, washing/personal care.
- Assisting with therapy sessions such as hydrotherapy and rebound therapy.
- Communicating effectively and building strong relationships that will empower the children and young adults are free to grow and develop
- Ensuring that the environment is safe, supportive and enjoyable
- Helping develop their learning and social skills wherever possible
Working Hours: 4 week rota pattern - Average 40hrs per week for full time and flexible part time shifts/hours available including weekend only hours.
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
- Willingness to learn and to go the extra mile
- Ability to guide and encourage supportive independence when possible
- Exceptional communication skills and patience
- Resilient with a robust and positive nature
- Ability to be creative in meeting the needs of the young adults or children's needs
- Ability to work on a rota pattern
Additional Benefits:
- Full training and continued support
- Welcome bonus of £1500, payable in 2 payments - 50% following successful completion of probation and 50% after one year service
- Opportunity to study the Level 3 diploma in Residential Child Care which will be funded by us!
- Part time hours available if required
- 33 days' holiday including bank holidays
- Life assurance and pension
- health cash back plan
- Car lease scheme
- Bike to work scheme
- Perk box
- Free parking
If you are interested in the role, please apply now for an initial discussion with your local consultant Sophie Lamont.