Job Description

I have a

FANTASTIC

opportunity for a qualified Senior Residential Activity Worker to join a

STUNNING

residential children's service in Arthog, Gwynedd as a Senior Children's Support Worker.

You'll be supporting young people between the ages of 8-18 years old with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and challenging behaviours.

We are looking for a knowledgeable, committed and motivated individual who wants to make a difference in the lives of young people.

As part of our specialised 12-week Activity and Intervention programme, you will lead adventurous activities such as kayaking, mountain biking, and rock climbing while providing hands-on therapeutically-informed care to young people facing significant life challenges.

Job Title: Senior Residential Activity Worker

Salary: 35,360 - 36,576 with 9 sleeps a month

Arthog, Gwynedd

Contract: Full-time - Permanent

Shift pattern: 4 days and nights on shift, followed by 8 days off

Benefits of the Senior Residential Activity Worker:

Full induction and introductory training programme Fully funded training and qualifications (care and activities) Enhanced company maternity & paternity pay leave Free meals A great employee Benefits programme Pension Scheme Life assurance Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check paid for by us 28 days of annual leave increasing with service Opportunity to become qualified in outdoor activities

Responsibilities of the Senior Residential Activity Worker:

Lead by example and support the management team to run the shift Take greater responsibility for mentoring and supporting newer staff members Encourage the young people to do activities and take responsibility for their own lives, depending on their age. Keep the homely, friendly culture and environment of the homes. Be able to deal with challenging behaviours when needed. Protect children and young people from risks to their health and welfare. Provide support for the children and young people in the home and promote their independence and well-being. Maintain a safe environment for the young people. 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 behaviour safely and sympathetically. Develop and maintain good working relationships with the staff, parents, Social Workers and other professionals that may be involved in the young people's lives, such as Psychologists.

Requirements of the Senior Residential Activity Worker:

Experience as a Children's Support Worker, or with Young People, is

ESSENTIAL

Experience within another healthcare or social care setting is

ESSENTIAL

Level 3 NVQ in Children & Young People

ESSENTIAL

Enjoy taking part in outdoor activities
If you are passionate about the lives of young people and want to make a real difference, support young people between the ages of 8 - 18 with EBD. Whilst starting on a career path within health & social care as a Senior Children's Support Worker -

this is the job for you!

Due to the nature of the job and the activities involved, we are only able to consider applicants who have a full driver's licence

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,360.00-36,576.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee mentoring programme Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 17041