Overview
Flair Care Solutions bridges the gap to independent living for young people aged 16-17 years, providing support, accommodation and life skills, in preparation for the challenges and to help them achieve their goals.
The organisation is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to join its team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing emotional, social and practical support to young people in supported accommodation.
- Employer: Flair Care Solutions Limited
- Job Title: Support Worker
- Location: United Kingdom
- Salary: £12.30 an hour
- Job Type: Part-time & Full-time
Responsibilities
Provide emotional support: Offer guidance to help young people manage their emotions and cope with personal challenges.
Promote positive behaviour: Encourage positive behaviour while addressing and challenging unacceptable behaviour.
Support Education: Assist young people with their educational needs, including homework help and attending school/college meetings.
Develop Life Skills: Teach and support independent living skills such as budgeting, shopping, cooking, basic home maintenance.
Build Relationships: Establish trust and positive relationships with young people to create a supportive environment.
Advocate for Young People: Represent young people’s interests in meetings and ensure their needs are met.
Safeguarding: Ensure safeguarding of young people is your priority. Protect the welfare of young people and ensure you follow policy and procedure to report any acts of abuse or poor practice.
Work as Part of a Team: Collaborate with colleagues and other professionals to provide comprehensive support.
Maintain accurate records of support provided and report any concerns to senior staff members.
Uphold the highest standards of health and safety practices within the environment.
Maintain Confidentiality: Ensure all information about young people is kept confidential and shared only when necessary for their well-being.
Skills
Experience in Working with Young People: Previous experience is desirable; training is provided if no previous experience.
Empathy and Patience: Ability to understand and support young people’s needs.
Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to address and resolve issues effectively.
Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact positively with young people, their families, guardians and other professionals.
Flexibility: Adaptability to different situations and needs.
A proactive approach to problem-solving and behaviour management techniques.
Person Specification
Essential:
Interpersonal skills
Conflict resolution skills
Able to work under pressure and deal with challenging behaviours
Work well with other colleagues and demonstrate respect towards others
Able to work as part of a team
Understand the importance of maintaining professional boundaries
Able to motivate young people so targets and goals are achieved
Experience of report writing and record keeping
Comply with all policies and procedures
Deal with issues promptly and notify appropriate managers as necessary
Able to work a flexible working pattern including evenings, weekends and/or sleep-in duties as and when required
Full driving licence
Desirable:
One years’ experience as a support worker/residential care worker and/or transferrable skills from a role of supporting vulnerable adults/children. Examples include teachers, learning support assistants, prison and probation officers.
Additional Details
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From £12.30 per hour
Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
How to Apply
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