Residential childcare support worker

Support Worker ndash; Children Home ndash; Burton-on-Trent * GBP23,712.00 p/a * GBP60.00 Per Sleep-in (minimum 1 a week) * 38 Hours Per Week * Shift work 7:30am-11pm (Monday-Sunday) - one shift on, two days off * Permanent Contract. (overtime available) * 28 days paid holiday. * Career Progression This is a full-time, permanent role, located in Burtom On Trent. We are looking for individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of young people; to promote them to develop socially, emotionally, and behaviorally in a setting where they feel safe and cared for. To act as a positive role model and work closely with the young people to enable them to address their difficulties and achieve their maximum potential. * To perform basic personal care tasks as outlined in the service user acute;s support plan. * To alert the Service Manager of any changes in the service user acute;s condition or circumstances * To create and maintain good communication with Service Users, including those who may have some degree of communication difficulties. * To make and maintain effective working relationships with Service Users. * To develop good communication links with the usual carer or family member in the service user acute;s home * Report writing Record keeping. * Administration of medication, including checking and auditing. * Key working responsibilities. * Confidentiality. * To adhere to all of the Client policies What we would like from you middot; NVQ 3 or 4 in Health and Social care (children), or equivalent. middot; 12 months experience working with children. middot; Have a UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle Day range: * Monday to Sunday Shift: * 12 hour shift * Day shift * Night shift * Sleep in Experience: * Residential Childcare: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: * Driving Licence (preference) **Please note, this is a brief explanation of the job description If you require further information please get in touch. HERO Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer and acts as both an Employment Business and Employment Agency