Support Worker - Priority Recruitment : Job Details

Preston Support WorkerJob Title: Support WorkerLocation: Fullwood, Preston, PR2Pay rate: £25,620 - £29,328 per annumJob Type: Full-time, permanentShift and schedule: 2 on/4 off rolling shift pattern, including sleep-insPriority Recruitment are excited to present this brand-new opportunity for a Children’s Residential Support Worker in Preston.This is an excellent opportunity to join our team looking after a group of young people aged 8-18 who have behavioural and emotional issues.We are searching for an experienced Support Worker who shares our belief that disability is not a barrier and doesn’t have to stop anyone from living their best life and enjoying new and varied experiences. Please note that a full UK driving license is required for this role.Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary: between £25,620 and £29,328.80 per annum, depending on experience.
• DBS fees reimbursed.
• Casual dress.
• On-site parking.
• Company pension.
• The ability to make a significant difference in other people’s life.
• Refer a friend scheme – you can earn up to £500 per referral!

Client and Role:

• Our client has a brand new children’s residential home with residents aged 8-18 who have behavioural and emotional issues.
• The aim of the home is to help the residents develop and maintain the necessary social and living skills to enjoy a fulfilling life whilst ensuring their physical and emotional care needs are also met.
• The role includes planning and participating in leisure and social activities, supporting personal care and school routines, preparation of meals, setting boundaries and completing daily records and relevant documentation.
• Working closely with social workers, healthcare professionals and education teams.
• The shift pattern is 2 days on, including sleep-ins, and 4 days of. For example: starting at the home at 10 am on a Monday morning and finishing at 10 am on Wednesday morning, including 2 sleep-ins; you will then have 4 days off.

Successful Applicant:

• Must have at least 6 months of previous experience in healthcare.
• Full UK driving license is required, the role will involve using the company car during shift.
• Ideally, previous experience in a residential care setting.
• Hold, be working towards, or willing to complete an NVQ Level 4 in Children, Young People and Families Practitioner or hold another relevant NVQ.

This is an incredible opportunity to make a real difference in these special young people’s lives. Apply now for more details, we’d love to hear from you!*Some of our roles require drivers and male or female employees only, where this is indicated this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.