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I have an INCREDIBLE opportunity for full-time and PASSIONATE support workers to join a Children's Home aims to support children and young people who have had adverse childhood experiences and whose primary needs are social, emotional and/ or mental health difficulties (SEMHD). The service in Trur offers a home for children who may also have a diagnosis of ADHD, Autism (ASD) or Mild learning disabilities.

My client looks to provide support in a warm and positive environment where children/ young people can begin to feel safe and have the stability needed to recover and overcome any difficulties they have faced.

With a new home opening in September there is clear routes for progression.

Job Title: Support Worker
Salary: £27,365-£30,745
Working Hours: Full Time
Contract: Permanent
Location: Truro

Responsibilities of the Support Worker Role:

To encourage young people to do activities and take responsibility for their own lives depending on their age.

To keep the homely, friendly culture and environment of the homes.

To be able to deal with challenging behaviours when needed.

Provide personal care when required.

Provide support for people in the home and promote their independence and well-being.

Maintain a safe environment for the service users.

Ensuring the safety of the students and maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of the individual's; care plan, guidelines, reward system, and preferred method of communication.

Supporting taxing behaviours safely and sympathetically.
Requirements:

Experience working as an adult support Worker in a similar setting is desirable.

NVQ or QCF level 3 in Adult Social Care (desirable)

A passion for supporting people living their lives

You MUST be a driver as you may be required to travel between sites during shift

You must be over the age of 18

Can you deliver an integrated approach to care and really make a difference to the people with complex needs, If this sounds like your dream role, I would love to hear from you!!

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