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Position: Support Worker for Children aged 16+ in Supported Accommodation
Location: North East London (Enfield & Ilford)
Salary: £2200 - £3500 per month
Start Date: February / March 2025
Weekly Work Schedule:
Minimum: 2 Day Shifts & 3 Sleeping Night Shifts (including weekends)
Maximum: 3 Day Shifts & 5 Sleeping Night Shifts (including weekends)
- Day Shift: 8am - 6pm (£125 per Shift)
- Sleeping Night Shift: 6pm - 8am (Sleeping Hours: 12-7am) (£88 per Shift)
Essential Qualifications:
- Current DBS (dated within the last 12 months).
- NVQ Level 3 or above in Health and Social Care, or a relevant discipline.
- Experience working with 16-17 year-old Children in Care
- Must be available to work nights and weekend shifts.
- Must be permitted to work in the UK without sponsorship or hourly limitation. (Unfortunately, we do not provide sponsorships)
- Strong IT and Communication Skills: Ability to write professional reports and emails and confidently use computers is a minimum requirement.
Role Highlights:
- Ofsted Registered Provider: NelCare is an Ofsted Registered Supported Accommodation Provider, ensuring we meet the highest regulatory standards in our sector.
- Lone Working Role: You will be working independently, overseeing 5-8 Young People within their Supported Accommodation.
- Diverse Role: Provide one-to-one life skills training, accompany Young People to appointments, and deliver individually tailored support.
- Professional Growth: Rapid progression to Senior and Managerial roles based on performance and experience.
- Supportive Environment: Regular engagement with senior managers and 24/7 access to support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor and mentor a group of Young People.
- Maintain accurate daily logs, monthly reports, and incident records using our bespoke IT system.
- Participate in monthly supervisions with experienced social workers.
- Ensure cleanliness in communal areas.
- Arrange cover for supporting YP to appointments as necessary.
- Adhere to established shift patterns as allocated monthly.
Why Join NelCare?
- Mission-Driven: Transform the lives of teenagers, guided by Ofsted Supported Accommodation Standards.
- Dynamic Growth: With upcoming sites in Ilford and Hertfordshire, become part of our evolving story.
- Passion for Young People: We are only looking for candidates with a genuine passion for working with Young People. This is a physically and mentally demanding role that requires enthusiasm, initiative, and dedication to providing high-quality support.
- Commitment & Resilience: This role is not for those looking to sit back and relax. We require individuals who are proactive, capable of handling challenging behaviours using a trauma-informed approach, and committed to going the extra mile for our Young People.
- Rewarding Benefits: Timely monthly payments via PAYE// Entitlement to holiday pay // Sponsorship for Level 3 & 5 Diplomas post-probation// Daily support and monthly supervisions from senior team members
Application Process:
- Informal Phone Call
- Video Interview (Candidates must provide all requested safeguarding documents before their video interview)
- 4-hour Trial Shift supervised by a Senior Support Worker
- Successful applicants will be contacted by email to arrange a time for the informal phone call. If not contained within your CV, please send a message containing both your preferred contact email and phone number.
Onboarding & Training:
Once offered the position, all new employees will undergo a robust onboarding programme, including:
- 3x paid induction shifts with members of our Management Team
- Access to NelCare Policies and Procedures, which must be read and verified before your first unsupervised shift.
- A 20-course mandatory Leaving Care TrainingHub programme, which must be completed within your first month with NelCare.
- A new DBS, provided and paid for by NelCare.
- Casual Worker Contracts during the 4-month probation period.
- After probation, you can choose to remain on a Casual Worker Contract or accept a Full-Time Employment Contract, which includes:
- Overtime opportunities
- Paid sick days
- Paid annual leave
Career Development:
- Paid NVQs (Levels 3-6) in Health and Social Care are offered on a case-by-case basis for employees who have completed their probationary period.
- We are keen to develop our team in-house and run 1-2 Senior Support Worker fast-track positions each year, providing:
- Additional training, supervision, and development.
- Preparation for promotion to a Senior Role within NelCare's Management Team.
About Us:
NelCare is more than just an organisation; we are a community committed to the welfare of our Young People, focusing on Looked After teenagers aged 16-18. With established locations in Enfield and Ilford, we offer a superb platform for those with a heart for service and a desire for professional growth.
The Big Picture:
Are you passionate about making a difference? Keen to utilise your skills in a dynamic setting? NelCare is seeking dedicated individuals ready to shape the futures of our Young People. Seize this opportunity to impact lives and develop professionally alongside our dedicated team.
Let's build brighter futures together!
