Support Worker – supported accommodation 16+

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Support Worker based in Reading, Berkshire. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to young people with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties within a supported accommodation service. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week. Our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment. If you are already an established Residential Children’s Worker, our client may be able to offer progression into a Senior Role as and when the time is right.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £26,500 – £32,000 (including sleep ins).

As a Support Worker your responsibilities will include:

• 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.
• To be willing to cover other homes when required.
• Liaise with parents and/or carers and other professionals.

Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:

• Real opportunities to progress into Senior roles
• fully funded training and qualifications
• Free meals at work
• Free parking

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

Not for you? Refer your friends and family and as our way of saying thank you, we will give you a referral bonus.

Reference: 3474705