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Trainee Children & Young Peoples Residential Support Workers

Employer
Fulbridge Social Care
Location
Corby, Northamptonshire
Salary
£8.21 - £11/hour Additional Sleep pay £35 per night
Closing date
15 Sep 2019

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Sector
Social Care
Hours
Part Time
Flexibility
Set hours
Contract Type
Permanent
As an accredited training provider with over 10 years’ experience at the forefront of providing the best staff within the Children’s Care Sector, Fulbridge Social Care are in a unique position to train the right individuals to work confidently within children and young people’s residential settings. We can provide you with the first steps you need to start your new career, ensuring you are fully equipped to support the young people to the best of your abilities ensuring you meet their needs.

You will be working with children and young people from the age of 11 to 18 years who have been placed in the care system for various reasons and who may have complex needs and may display challenging behaviour, however, the training you will receive will have you fully equipped to work confidently and competently. The day to day routine varies from taking young people to education, shopping and leisure activities as well as household tasks.

General duties will include the following:

* Maintaining a safe and positive living environment

* Teaching basic life skills and living skills such as budgeting, shopping, cleaning

* Implementing Risk Assessments

* Interacting and taking part in social activities

* Providing support and guidance

* Helping young people become independent

* Keeping accurate records and writing reports

* Transporting children to school, college, appointments, activities, contact…..using homes vehicles

What we offer:

* Full time and part time hours available

* £8.21 - £11.00 per hour

* Additional sleep pay £35 per night, where applicable

* Weekly pay - delivered accurately and on time

* Excellent opportunities for career progression

* Full accredited training and qualifications are offered to successful candidates including Team Teach; Child Protection; Understanding Sexualised Behaviour; Working with Self Harm and Understanding Autism and ADHD

Requirements:

* Must be 21 years of age or older to apply

* Must have a full UK driving licence with access to own transport

* Successful candidates will be required to obtain an enhanced DBS at a cost of £59 met by the employee unless you already have a current portable DBS.

* International Checks might also be required as part of compliance if you have lived, travelled or worked for an extended period abroad

If you are interested in joining our team then please forward an updated CV or complete our online application via our website

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