Children's Support Worker

Guidant Global

Posted 20 hours ago, valid for 17 days

Stevenage, Hertfordshire SG1 2AX, England

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The position of Child Care Worker involves assisting children with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meal preparation.
Candidates are required to have a minimum of 6 months of volunteer experience in a supportive role with vulnerable individuals.
The role includes monitoring children's health, following care plans, and providing support for both mental and physical wellbeing.
A salary of £22,000 to £25,000 is offered for this position, depending on experience and qualifications.
The role requires access to transport for travel to various sites throughout Hertfordshire.

The duties and responsibilities depend on the needs of the child they care for.

·Assisting with washing and dressing the child

·Preparing their food and helping them eat

·Doing household tasks, such as shopping, tidying, cleaning and laundry

·Getting to know the children, their needs and interests

·Monitoring their health and weight and recording any concerns

·Following care plans, routines, guidelines, risk assessments, and Behaviour Management Plans

·Making sure they take prescribed medications

·Administering medication as required (with training)

·Supporting their mental and physical wellbeing through different activities

·Assisting clients with physical therapy exercises

·Working with other social care and health care professionals

·Mobility support: moving and handling, hoisting

·Acting quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

Child Care Worker skills and qualifications:

·Sensitivity to and understanding of people

·Ability to do household chores and cook nutritious meals

·The ability to work with different types of people

·Patience and the ability to remain calm during stressful situations

·The ability to work well under pressure

·Attention to detail

·Excellent customer service skills

Child Care Worker experience requirements

The minimum requirement for a Child Care Worker's position is 6 months volunteer work with an organisation that is involved in supporting vulnerable people, such as a care home, hospital or charity.

You must have access to transport to the various sites throughout Hertfordshire.

Guidant Global (BH4SF) is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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