Support Worker

Job Scope:

We are looking to recruit a dedicated Support Worker to join us at one of the brands of Catalyst Care GroupKIWI Children Services. The Support Worker will play a key role in helping meet the emotional, social, educational, and physical needs of young people, ensuring they have every opportunity to reach their full potential. The Support Worker will play a key role in providing care that aligns with the Childrens Homes Regulations and Care Standards 2015, adhering to OFSTED requirements.

As a Support Worker, you will build positive and empowering relationships with young people, promoting a therapeutic model of care. You will implement care plans and risk assessments, support educational development, and act as a positive role model. Engaging in recreational, social, and domestic activities, the Support Worker will help young people develop essential life skills and achieve positive outcomes.

The Support Worker will also liaise with parents and partner agencies, maintain high-quality records, and stay informed about the latest childcare practices. By prioritizing the needs of young people, the Support Worker will create a nurturing environment that fosters growth, safety, and success.

Do you have?

• Minimum NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Children and Young People) or a similar qualification in working with children, or willingness to pursue further relevant qualifications, if not already held.
• Strong knowledge of key legislation, including the Childrens Homes Regulations 2015, the Childrens Act 1989 (amended 2004), the Leaving Care Act 2000, as well as familiarity with the Working Together to Safeguard Children 2015 guidelines and the OFSTED inspection framework (SCCIF).
• Understanding of multi-agency working, safeguarding procedures, and equal opportunities principles.Previous experience of working with children or young people in a residential setting.
• Experience of managing challenging behaviours and complex needs, including emotional and behavioural difficulties, and managing young people in crisis

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program.
• Retail Discount Scheme.
• Workplace pension scheme.
• My Gym Discounts.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Health Cash Plan.
• An additional four wellness days, which will be included in your holiday entitlement.
• An extra day holiday to be taken for birthdays.
• Group Life Insurance.
• Group Critical Illness cover.
• Income Protection cover.

About the company

We, at KIWI Children Services provide high-quality comprehensive care services through trusted experts, and cost-effective training for health and social care professionals and organisations.

Our Vision:To humanise health and social care providers and be the most clinician-centric organisation, and a great place to work for all. This means that we are people-led and that we put our team, our clinicians, our clients, and the people that need our support at the heart of the decisions we make, and the actions we take. We exist to impact peoples lives for the better.

Join our family and our Great Place to Work!

We are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work organization and to be recognized for our people-first culture which is inclusive and supportive and enables our people to learn, grow and contribute their best, and to live their purpose and thrive.

For us, a cultural fit is equally as important as skills, experience and competence, and people are hired, measured, and rewarded on this basis.

No matter the role, atKIWI Children Services, everyone plays a crucial part in us driving towards our vision, and this is why we intentionally attract A-Players. An A-Player is an Accountability player, which means that they are passionate and energetic, they are ambitious and take ownership, and they have the ability to follow through. A-Players exceed expectations consistently.

At Olive Recruit, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that embraces diversity and promotes inclusivity. Our core valuesIntegrity, Impact, Inclusivity, and Innovationguide our efforts to create an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to excel.

As a recruitment agency, we prioritise sourcing and placing diverse candidates with our clients, recognising that diverse perspectives are essential for business success and inclusive work environments.

We take great pride in celebrating the unique backgrounds and experiences of our team members and candidates. By embracing these different perspectives, we not only create a great place to work but also better serve our clients. Your individuality is what makes our team strong.

Join us in championing our values and building a workplace where everyone can thrive.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to share this commitment and participate fully in safeguarding training and processes.

The successful applicant will undergo a free enhanced disclosure from the disclosure barring service & other compliance checks required.