Package Description

Job Title: Children's Support Worker - learning disabilities

Job Location: Woolston, Southampton

Hours: Full-time (39 Hours) working various shift patterns including long days and sleep ins.

Salary: £13.00 - £13.70 per hour (26,364 - £27,784 per annum ) plus extra £3k - £6k per annum for sleep ins (based on 4 - 8 per month)

Join our spirited team at Keys Group dedicated to nurturing and empowering children, who have learning disabilities, complex needs and Autism, in our vibrant residential facility. We're on a mission to create a safe haven where every child's potential shines bright. 

 We're on the lookout for a dynamic and caring Children's Residential Support Worker to join our family home! In this role, you'll be the beacon of hope, providing unwavering support to our young champions. Get ready to make a real difference in the lives of children who need it most. 

What do you need?

• Previous relevant experience or transferable skills such as adult supported living care, police, education, ex forces or supporting vulnerable people.
• A real passion and desire to support children in a homely environment
•  A high level of resilience, ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
• A good level of English communication skills
• Experience or knowledge of child-centred, therapeutic models.
• Full UK drivers licence would be beneficial.

More about the role

• Be part of a caring team that provides a safe and loving home for children and young people
• Act as a positive role model to to give encouragement and praise.
• Ensure their safety and wellbeing during the night
• Provide emotional support to allow the children to reach their full potential in sometimes challenging situations
• Build friendships and trusting relationships

Join us as a Children's support Worker at our family home and you will receive:

• Full induction and introductory programme
• Fully funded training and qualifications
• Enhanced pay scales that recognise both qualifications and experience
• Enhanced company maternity & paternity pay
• Free meals
• A great employee Benefits programme
• NEST Pension Scheme
• Life assurance
• Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check paid for by us
• 28 days annual leave
• Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you

Why choose Keys Group for your career?

Keys Group provide innovative care and education services to children and young people who have complex needs, emotional and behavioural difficulties or who display challenging behaviour. We try and make every day extraordinary for the children we care for and support, because we believe in every single one of.

As well as competitive pay and in house professional support, we provide and fully fund the necessary training for you to achieve valuable externally accredited qualifications.

Keys Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone in our care and therefore this post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Keys Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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