Support Worker (Youth / Children) 

Do you want to be part of a dynamic and evolving team where you can make a difference? Do you have passion to help others? 

They are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join their team of Child Care Workers working with children who have epilepsy and other complex needs, and be able to see the difference you are making to improve the lives of children and young people whilst gaining a Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care. 

Our client are forward thinking and very proactive. They pride themselves in the standard of their work and the teams they have around them. Although at times challenging, this job can be extremely rewarding. Experience in this field is welcome but not essential as there is no substitute for someone who is patient, compassionate and who works with a positive attitude. 

Position: Child Care Worker 
Location: Perry Green, Much Hadham, East Hertfordshire (Commutable from Harlow, Stevenage, Chelmsford and surrounding areas) 
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent 
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, early shifts and late shifts (07:00 – 14:30 and 14:15 – 21:45 with 20 minutes paid break). For full time child care workers, this involves working 5 shifts which includes working 2 in 4 weekends. 
Salary: £16,436 to £17,858 per annum (£8.43 to £9.16 per hour) plus weekend enhancements and overtime opportunities 
Benefits: Childcare vouchers scheme; Life assurance; Contributory pension; High street retail / leisure discounts; Generous holidays; Discounted gym membership; Free on-site parking facilities; On-site cafeteria; 2 years salary on death in service. 

Closing Date: Monday 30 July 2018 

About the role: 

Our client have a range of full time and part time positions for those who are looking for a full-part time career or if wanting the flexibility of working hours, joining the bank scheme may be the answer. You will be working a mixture of early shifts and late shifts (07:00 – 14:30 and 14:15 – 21:45 with 20 minutes paid break). For full time child care workers, this involves working 5 shifts which includes working 2 in 4 weekends. 

They provide initial full training, once started, over 6 full days, which includes Safeguarding, First aid, Epilepsy, MAPA, Moving & Handling, Infection Control and Food Safety with on-going refresher training. You will be enrolled to undertake a Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care for Children & young People after probation period thus supporting your career and development. 

Responsibilities: 

- Creating a safe and positive living environment 
- Teaching basic life skills and living skills 
- Interacting and taking part in their social activities 
- Providing support and guidance helping children and young people to become independent 
- Keeping accurate records, following individual care plans 
- Working in a team and also alone 
- Assisting with personal care 
- Administering medication (after training) 

About you: 

This is a great opportunity for those who have worked in care or looking for a career in care as everyday tasks such as maintaining a clean and safe environment, protecting the children, meal preparation & light household duties will be undertaken. 

If you are motivated and enthusiastic with good communication skills and an interest in a career in this field, they would very much like to hear from you. 

You may have experience of the following: Support Worker, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Learning Disabilities, Social Care, Voluntary Sector, Mental Health Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Care Staff, Community Development, Care Worker, Vulnerable People, Social Worker, Not for Profit, NFP etc. 

This vacancy is being advertised by EasyWeb Recruitment, the UK’s leading Online Recruitment Agency. The services advertised by EasyWeb Recruitment are those of an employment agency. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief, and we confirm that we will gladly accept all applications.