Childrens Support Worker

Do you want to make a difference daily supporting Children and Young People in a variety of differents settings including childrens home and supported living services? We're looking for motivated Childrens Support Workers to support Children and Yonug People with emotional, behavioural and/or learning difficulties In Peterborough.

Gap Healthcare is well established, working with Services that are managed to a high standard and we are looking for Support Workers with the confidence and ability to make a difference. You will need to support service users whilst maintaining the high standards that are embedded throughout our values and service delivery.

Salary: Up to £12.50-£18 per hour depending on service
Hours: full time and part time hours available
Area: Peterborough
Responsibilities

Form positive relationships with service users and provide an environment in which they feel safe and free from harm.
Support service users gain self-control by rewarding positive behaviours and challenging unacceptable behaviour.
Ensuring each care plan is followed and amended as required to reflect their changing needs.
Assisting service users with practical matters such as accessing the community, independence skills development, cooking, cleaning, and personal care.
Support to identify and attend social and leisure activities.
Providing a positive role model able to offer advice, guidance, and assistance where appropriate.
Skills Required Support Worker

A minimum of 12 months experience working within a similar environment is required for this role.
Thorough understanding of autism and learning disabilities
Caring personality and nature
Positive attitude and passion to help others.
Basic IT and computer skills
A commutable distance from Holbeach.
Benefits Support Worker

Flexibility to choose shifts that suit your lifestyle via our app.
Free uniform
Free ongoing training
Full time and part time hours available
Temp of the month reward scheme
Support from out of hours service
Access to permanent opportunities
Weekly pay
Enhanced pay rates on weekends and Bank Holidays
Paid annual leave and pension contribution.
Quick registration process via our online portal
The position of Support Worker is very rewarding and makes a difference to the quality of life for service users on a daily basis. Please note the vacancy is located in Peterborough