Children39s Care Worker age 5-18 years

Support Young Lives as a Nurturing & Compassionate Support Worker

At Homes for Support we provide a warm welcoming and safe space for vulnerable children and young people. Since 2019 weve been dedicated to offering highquality care through our three key services: OFSTEDregistered Residential Childrens Homes (therapeutic care for ages 518 Supported Accommodation (for ages 1618 and community outreach. Every child deserves a secure caring environment where they can grow and thrive. If you have a natural ability to support and guide young people through lifes challenges wed love to hear from you.

What Youll Be Doing

As a Support Worker youll play a key role in creating a nurturing and familyoriented environment. This role is all about building meaningful relationships and ensuring children feel valued and understood. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing Holistic Care & Emotional Support Be a calming presence offering reassurance and guidance to young people in your care.
• Encouraging Growth & Independence Support children in learning essential life skills such as cooking selfcare and managing emotions in a patient and supportive manner.
• Building Strong Bonds Create meaningful trusting relationships with children helping them feel secure and understood.
• Working as a Team Collaborate closely with colleagues to maintain a caring and structured environment where children feel safe and supported.
• Attending Important Appointments Accompany children to school runs professional meetings health checkups and family visits to ensure they receive the support they need.
• Organising Fun & Engaging Activities Participate in a variety of experiences such as swimming creative arts softplay outdoor adventures sensory activities and special outings to encourage confidence and social engagement.

What Were Looking For

We are looking for compassionate patient and understanding individuals who truly care about making a difference in young peoples lives. The ideal candidate will:

• Have a nurturing and empathetic approach creating a safe and supportive atmosphere for children.
• Be a great listener helping young people express their thoughts and emotions in a positive way.
• Work collaboratively within a team bringing warmth kindness and reliability to every shift.
• Be committed to learning and growing in the role with opportunities to gain recognised qualifications.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive Pay:hours per week working a 2 on 4 off shift pattern) up to 43286 3 on 3 off working pattern)
• Career Development: Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management plus completion bonuses.
• Recognition & Wellbeing: Monthly employee awards and rewards and companywide appreciation initiatives.
• Health & Wellbeing: Private medical and dental insurance mental health support and 24/7 access to professional assistance for you and your family.
• Lifestyle Perks: Free onsite parking (most Homes) free food/meals during shifts casual dress and companyhosted social events.
• Financial Support: Pension contributions financial planning assistance and a referral bonus for recommending a friend.

If youre looking for a career where you can provide comfort stability and encouragement to children who need it most apply today and become part of our mission to create brighter futures.