Young Persons Worker

Shropshire - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Young persons Worker

Salary: 12.60 per hour

Location:Shrewsbury

Contract/Hours:Casual Shifts to be covered will includeweekends evenings early mornings and nights. Sessions are offered to families in their own homes so you will be expected to travel around Shropshire to remote locations.

Paid annual leave.
Flexible maternity adoption and paternity packages
Pension with up to 7% employer contribution with included life assurance cove
Staff discount portal and Blue Light Card eligibility with 15000 national retailers discounts.

Vulnerable children in the UK need your help

Wherever you work in the Action for Children family youll be helping to change the lives of the most vulnerable children in the UK.

Last year we helped more than 670000 children and families across the UK. From direct work in communities to national campaigning we are focused on making sure every child has a safe and happy childhood and the foundations they need to thrive.

Why Action for Children

Working here is more than a job. Everyone in the Action for Children family is passionate about protecting and supporting children. Its the sense of purpose that drives us every single day. Because we know that when we work together we can make a huge difference to bring lasting improvements to vulnerable childrens lives.

A Bit about the Service

Currently the service forms part of the short breaks service alongside Bradbury House we provide time bound early intervention for children aged 018 years providing a positive and stimulating experience for children with disabilities.

At the heart of our mission is a commitment to recognising the unique needs of each child. We offer tailored needs to support individual families depending on their circumstances and needs.

A bit about the role:

We are looking for Casual Young Persons Workers to join our dedicated and supportive team.

You will provide support to local families. Our team have proven experience in providing Short Break services support information and professional advice for young people.

How youll help to create brighter futures.

Working with young people to deliver individual activities to suit their needs.
Providing Domiciliary care including personal care and administering medications as well as meeting dietary requirements.
Engaging with young people and their families.
Delivering sessions that explore themes such as relationships friendships keeping safe and many other topics in an age and stage appropriate way.
Retaining records using various IT systems.
Working effectively as part of a small team liaising with colleagues to deliver positive outcomes for families.

Lets talk about you.

Are you resilient and have a positive approach to change and challenge We are looking for someone with a can do attitude to join our team. Ideally you will have:

A positive approach providing a fun and safe environment for all the children in our care.
Experience of working with young people with learning disabilities.
Sound knowledge and understanding of safeguarding practices.
Creative positive and proactive approach towards work.
Confidence to conduct 1-2-1 sessions and group work that support children and young peoples emotional health and wellbeing.

Application Process

Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for thisrole.

There are five sections to complete: Personal Details CV Supporting Statement & Information Equality & Diversity Submission & Declaration.

Talent Pool

We know talent when we see it. But sometimes we find the right person but not for the right job. Wed love to keep your details for when the right job comes up. Let us know if youd rather we didnt.

Contact:Erika Brinkman atquoting reference 12385

Diversity equality and inclusion

At Action for Children were dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace.

Weactivelyencourageapplications from Black Asian & Minority Ethnic and disabled candidates as they are under-represented within Action for Children. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups in society and for Action for Children.

Male staff are under-represented within our Children Service roles. We would like to encourage more male applicants for our Children Service roles.

Dont meet every single requirement

If youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt align perfectly with the job description wed love you to apply anyway. You might just be the perfect person for this role or another role within the Action for Children family.

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DescriptionYoung persons WorkerSalary: 12.60 per hourLocation:ShrewsburyContract/Hours:Casual Shifts to be covered will includeweekends evenings early mornings and nights. Sessions are offered to families in their own homes so you will be expected to travel around Shropshire to remote locations.Pai...