Support Worker - Children and Young Adults

Job description

Children and Young Adults Support Worker
Salary: £12.87 to £14.03 per hour (linked to competency and qualifications) Plus £1500 Welcome bonus *
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Location: Meldreth, Near Royston
Hours:4 week rota pattern Average 40hrs per week for full time and flexible part time shifts/hours available including weekend only hours.
Training: Full training is provided and once passed probation we will support and fund you completing Level 3 diploma in Residential Child Care

*PLEASE NOTE WE ARE NOT ABLE TO OFFER SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE*

We are currently looking for aSupport/CareWorkerinMeldreth, Nr. Royston (South Cambridgeshire / North Hertfordshire border) for a children's home that provides care and therapeutic support for children and young people aged 9-19 years with severe and profound communication difficulties associated with conditions such as cerebral palsy, autism, brain injury and degenerative disorders.

Key Duties

• Providing exceptional high levels of care during all daily activities such as washing, dressing, socialising, learning, washing/personal care.
• Assisting with therapy sessions such as hydrotherapy and rebound therapy.
• Communicating effectively and building strong relationships that will empower the children and young adults are free to grow and develop
• Ensuring that the environment is safe, supportive and enjoyable
• Helping develop their learning and social skills wherever possible

Duties will vary, you must expect to diversify and lend a hand wherever is required

Skills & Qualifications:
It is atough yet totally rewarding role. Ultimately, we are looking for people with a passion to build relationships and positively change the lives of the children and young adults that we work with. So, whilst previous experience would be highly beneficial; it's not essential. What's more important is that you can demonstrate the right attitude to make a difference

Successful candidates are likely to demonstrate:

• Willingness to learn and to go the extra mile
• Ability to guide and encourage supportive independence when possible
• Exceptional communication skills and patience
• Resilient with a robust and positive nature
• Ability to be creative in meeting the needs of the young adults or children's needs
• Ability to work on a rota pattern- please note that this will typically mean working every other weekend

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Royston

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£28,000 Per Month

Published at

04-08-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English