Children's residential Support Worker

Your NewpanyYou will be working within the Cardiff region in one of their children's and young people's residential settings. They have a firm belief that every child and young person, no matter their ability or situation, deserves to enjoy engaging in activities with other young people all while receiving expert care and attention. You will be working for an authority which is open and honest about the difficulties people face and allowing those to have their say about what is important to them fairly, and together, they will work withmunities to offer the best service they can to those who really need it. If you hold the same visions of care and passion for those more vulnerable than us – this is the post for you.Your New Role

Supporting children aged 6 – 18 with emotional behaviour disorder and/orplex needs in one of 7 active services in Cardiff

To safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people

Ensuring an inclusive and fair environment for a diversity of backgrounds/ situations/ abilities

Dealing with challenging behaviour from young people which could be both verbal and physical.

Adhering to personal care plans which have been drawn up after assessing the needs and goals of the placement

Adhering to strict health and safety practices to ensure the wellbeing of children and young people

Building rapport and empowering children and young people to reach their potential

Building rapport and good relationships with families

Produce and maintain accurate record keeping in accordance with GDPR

Adopting a child-centred approach to providing the best care for children and young people withplex health / emotional needs

Carry out elements of personal care if required

What You’ll Need to Succeed

Child-centred approach to care

Positive attitude to care

Previous experience within children’s social care or transferrable skill role is desirable.

Full UK driving licence

NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care is desirable, but you do have the option to work towards it.

Basic understanding of children’s human rights and safeguarding is essential.

Experience working within a multi-agency environment is desirable.

Self-motivation and determination to grow and succeed together

Enhanced DBS check (Update Service DBS’ desirable for swifter onboarding)

What you’ll get in return

Expert recruiting consultant to guide you through and beyond the process

37 hours per week full time role

30% enhancement in hourly rate after 8pm on weekdays

50% enhancement to hourly rates on weekends

Sleep in Allowance

Career progression via qualifications and promotion

Free enhanced DBS check