Therapeutic Support Worker (Female)

Keys Group

  • Pulborough, West Sussex
  • £27,581 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 20 days ago
Salary From £27,581 per annum PLUS additional £3k - £6k per annum for sleep ins.Hours: Full-time, 39 hours per week working a rolling shift pattern, 2 on 4 off.Full UK Driving Licence is requiredWe are looking for a support worker to become part of our loving family home, caring for our vulnerable young people who have sometimes emotional and behavioural difficulties. You would be the person to give encouragement and praise when needed, to be patient and understanding during times of crisis and to inspire them to grow and develop.We want to create a safe haven where every child's potential shines bright, you'll be the beacon of hope, providing unwavering support to our young champions.The role can be emotionally challenging and you could be handling difficult situations BUT you could be the person to change a child's life for the better.About the homeWillow House is a 5-bedded residential children's home that is situated in a rural area within the South Downs.We work with females aged 12-18 who have experienced acute childhood experiences which, in turn, has led to behaviours including high risk of exploitation, missing from home, mental health, self-harm, non-school attendance, substance misuse and diagnosis of EBD, ADHD, FASD, OCD, ODD, ASD and PDA.We work therapeutically with our young people using a PACE approach in order to build self-esteem and worth, identify appropriate educational provisions, give opportunities to have aspiration and support positive family relationships. We also work with the young people to build healthy attachment; support their understanding of passage to care and promotion of independence as they move into adulthood.Willow House currently has an outstanding Ofsted rating.Join us as a Support Worker and you will receive:
  • Competitive Salary: The Real Living Wage as a minimum
  • Full induction and introductory programme
  • Fully funded training and qualifications
  • Enhanced pay scales that recognise both qualifications and experience
  • Enhanced company maternity & paternity pay
  • Access to free wellbeing and life counselling service
  • 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
  • Real progression opportunities
  • Amazing Discount Schemes - You'll have access to both the Hapi App & a Blue Light Card which give you incredible discounts at high street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays - even when buying a car
What does the job involve?
  • Be part of a caring team that provides a safe and loving home for young people, led and supported by a registered manager.
  • Act as a professional parent, to give encouragement and praise.
  • Enjoy fun days out and get involved in activities.
  • Provide emotional and physical support to allow the children to reach their full potential in sometimes challenging situations
  • Build friendships and trusting relationships
  • Help them to find pleasure in everyday tasks
  • Empower them to make decisions about themselves
  • Ensure a safe home environment, cleaning, laundry, cooking is part of the job.
What do you need?
  • Female only required for genuine occupational reasons as per schedule 9 of the equality act 2010.
  • We want people who are naturally caring, flexible and resilient.
  • Passionate about supporting children to lead happy lives.
  • Great communication skills, positive and energetic.
  • Experience in care or transferable skills such as mental health, education, sports or working with vulnerable people.
  • Ability to remain calm during sometimes challenging situations.
  • Full UK Driving licence is essential.
  • You need to be able to work flexibly in caring for the children. This will include working shifts and sleep-ins
Apply today and we will be in touch to discuss joining our EPIC team.Keys group does not currently offer sponsorshipSafeguarding Commitment: Keys Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone in our care. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.Equal Opportunities: Keys Group is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all sections of the community.Keys Group are very proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant that means we have made a commitment to welcoming service personnel, veterans and military families into the group. We are delighted to have veteran friendly policies, offer a Veterans Peer Support Network within our teams and are able to offer Military Awareness and support to our colleagues.As part of our commitment, we will offer a guaranteed interview to current and former service personnel providing that they meet the criteria of the role that they are applying for. If you feel that you meet the criteria for this, please ensure that you have your military experience detailed on your CV for one of our resourcing team to get in touch,.KGL

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