Support Worker at Heartwood Care Group in Hythe

We are currently seeking passionate Support Workers to join our exceptional team in Hythe, dedicated to empowering our young people to achieve trans formative and lasting positive outcomes.

Pay: £13.90-£14.70 per hour

Contracted Hours: 40

Shift Patterns- 15 Hour shifts

Sleep inn-£55 pounds

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all issues relating to the safeguarding of vulnerable children and/or adults are reported according to policies and procedures and in accordance with the safeguarding policy.
• Promote young people’s involvement in all areas including service delivery, quality assurance and organisational development.
• Communicate effectively (written and verbal) with both internal colleagues and external bodies alike.

Requirements

• Able to demonstrate an understanding of social emotional and behavioral difficulties and how these may impact the lives of the young people that we support.
• Empowering, approachable and resilient worker who can inspire young people to engage in all aspects of their daily routine
• Previous experience in a similar role is preferred but not essential; full training will be provided.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People's Workforce) are desirable.

"This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment

"All successful candidates offered employment will be subject to compulsory screening checks, this will include employment references and an Enhanced DBS check.

Heartwood Care Group have been established for more than a decade, supporting children and young people in the community, delivering person-centered care for those with emotional and/or behavioural difficulties and Learning disabilities.

We put our children and young people’s well-being at the forefront whilst working collaboratively with other partner agencies to ensure that they have the opportunity to experience positive and safe relationships and reach their full-potential in a nurturing environment.