Children's support worker

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Residential Children's Worker based in Watford, Hertfordshire. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with mental health difficulties and EBD within a children's home. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress. This is a permanent position working 37 hours per week. Previous experience is not essential, so if you are looking to start your career as a Residential Children’s Worker, our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment. If you are already an established Residential Children’s Worker, our client may be able to offer progression into a Senior Role as and when the time is right. Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £13.27 per hour + £40 sleep ins. DRIVERS LICENSE AND ACCESS TO OWN VEHICLE IS COMPULSORY! As a Residential Children's Worker your responsibilities will include: * Provide support using a person centred approach. * Support the children to maintain and develop relationships with friends and family. * Encourage the children to integrate with the local community by attending clubs or day centres. * Support the children in all aspects of their daily living. * Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm. * Continuous commitment to professional development. * To be willing to cover other homes when required. * Liaise with parents and/or carers and other professionals. Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including: * Increase payment for unsociable hours. * Good pension payments. * Progression pathway to Seniors / Team leaders. To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Tom Wilson. Not for you? Refer your friends and family and as our way of saying thank you, we will give you a referral bonus