Children's Support Worker (Part-time) in Salford

To work within a team providing care and support to complex children and young people, ensuring their safety and the development of positive outcomes. We have part-time days and nights available, working on a rolling rota of 2 days on 6 days off, 8am to 8pm.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe haven where laughter is the language, and hugs are the currency.
• Be a positive role model, guiding them through the ups and downs of childhood with patience, kindness, compassion, and an endless supply of giggles.
• Respect our children’s privacy and fight for their rights.
• Contribute to children’s care plans and risk assessments, their reviews, implementation and evaluation.
• Ensure high-quality records are maintained for all children with regular supervision and advice from shift leaders.
• Form effective relationships with children, their families, and external agencies.

Our Ideal Candidate

• A nurturing and supportive individual who provides children with high levels of care and support, enabling them to achieve positive outcomes.
• Experience of working with children with behaviours that challenge people.
• Relevant qualifications within the childcare industry are welcome, but not essential.
• Great organisational skills, being creative and able to think outside the box.
• Effective communication skills, excellent listening skills, and a willingness to learn.
• Understanding of attachment and trauma in relation to children.
• Resilience when faced with difficult challenges.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work flexibly and creatively to overcome challenges.
• Calm under pressure with the ability to think clearly and follow set procedures.
• Willingness to be flexible and work as part of a rota including sleep ins.
• Must be over 25 years old.
• Must be a driver and have a clean Driving License with no fault claims.

Why Compassionate Care Group?

• Competitive Pay: Earn £14.90 per hour, plus sleep-in shifts at a sleep-in rate of £50.
• Up to 28 days holiday pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits: DBS check, career development, funded Care Certificate, employee assistance program, referral bonus, pension scheme, social events, and more!
• Meaningful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of children and young people in our brand-new Children’s home.
• Positive Environment: Join our supportive and family-oriented team.
• Growth Opportunities: Develop your skills and advance your career with structured training and development programs.