Contract Type: Bank / Zero Hours
Shifts: Flexible - Days and Nights (including weekends)
Pay: £12.21 Standard, + Sleep-in Allowance.

About the Role:
We are looking for experienced and compassionate Crisis Support Workers to join our team on a bank basis. This role involves supporting children and young people during high-risk or emergency situations, providing safety, stability, and emotional support when it's needed most.

You will work in a variety of settings including emergency placements, respite care, and one-to-one support. Shifts are available on both a planned and short-notice basis, including overnight work.

Key Responsibilities:

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Provide responsive care to children and young people in crisis.

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Ensure their emotional and physical wellbeing is prioritised.

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De-escalate challenging behaviour and manage high-pressure situations safely.

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Maintain clear records and communicate with professionals involved.

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Follow safeguarding procedures and risk assessments at all times.

Essential Requirements:
You must hold the following up-to-date training or be willing to complete before starting:

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First Aid (Paediatric preferred)

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Ligature Awareness

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Physical Intervention / Safe Hold Training (e.g., Team Teach, MAPA, or equivalent)

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Safeguarding Children Level 3

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De-escalation and Behaviour Management

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Understanding of Trauma-Informed Practice

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Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to obtain)

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Right to work in the UK and able to provide full references

About You:

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Confident, calm, and able to work under pressure

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Experienced in supporting children and young people, especially in crisis or residential care settings

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Flexible and reliable, with good availability for bank work

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Strong understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries

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Able to work alone or as part of a team