Children Support Worker in Bedford

We are working in partnership with a provider of children\’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Residential Children\’s Worker based in Bedford, Bedfordshire.

If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to 4 children with EBD within a children\’s home.

This is a permanent position.

Pay: £12.25 – £12.50 per hour with sleep in\’s paid at £105.00.

Shifts: 3 shifts per week 8am till 10pm.

1 or 2 sleep in\’s per week.

Driving licence essential and over 21 years old.

Responsibilities

• Provide support using a person‑centred approach.
• Support the children to maintain and develop relationships with friends and family.
• Encourage the children to integrate with the local community by attending clubs or day centres.
• Support the children in all aspects of their daily living.
• Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm.
• Continuous commitment to professional development.
• Be willing to cover other homes when required.
• Liaise with parents and/or carers and other professionals.

Benefits

• Employee assistance programme.
• Perk box – high street discounts.
• 28 days holiday.

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Tom Wilson.

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