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Location:Cambridge
Job Types:Full-time | Part-time | Temporary (Ongoing)
MedGen Healthcare is seeking compassionate, resilient, and dedicatedSupport Workersto provide high-quality care and support to children and young people with complex mental health needs.
This role involves supporting children and adolescents with conditions such asAutism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, emotional and behavioural difficulties, and other additional needs. You will play a vital role in helping young people feel safe, understood, and supported in their daily lives.
The Role
As aSupport Worker, you will:
- Provide consistent emotional support and reassurance to children experiencing anxiety, distress, or behavioural challenges.
- Support children with autism and ADHD to manage routines, transitions, and sensory sensitivities.
- Assist with daily living activities, including personal care, mealtimes, hygiene, and maintaining a structured routine.
- Implement behaviour support plans and positive behaviour strategies in line with care plans.
- Safely manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours using PMVA techniques where necessary.
- Maintain accurate, clear, and timely records of care provided and incidents.
- Promote a safe, nurturing, structured, and stimulating environment tailored to individual needs.
Requirements
- Minimum6 months UK experienceworking as a Support Worker.
- Experience supporting individuals withAutism, ADHD, and challenging behaviour.
- Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).
- In date PMVA training (or willingness to do).
What were looking for
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Good understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and professional boundaries.
- Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations.
- Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).
- In-date PMVA training (or willingness to complete training). xsabvtc
- Ability to provide a clinical reference.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay rates - £22.25 to £28 per hou
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Support Worker Mental Health in Newtown employer: MedGen
MedGen Healthcare is an exceptional employer located in Milton Keynes, dedicated to providing high-quality care and support to children and young people with complex mental health needs. We offer competitive pay rates, flexible shift patterns, and ongoing professional development opportunities, all within a supportive work culture that values your expertise and commitment to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.
