Youth Support Worker

Penwortham, Lancashire
Brook Street Social Care

Hesketh Bank, Lancashire
Salary: 24,909 – 27,317 per annum (or pro-rata for part-time roles)
Contract: Full-Time, 39 hours per week (Part-Time roles also available)
Package: Competitive terms & conditions, including Corporate Healthcare, Pension, Life Assurance, and more.
About Us:
We are seeking passionate and dedicated Childcare Workers to join our team at Hesketh Bank. Our service provides a holistic approach, offering residential care, education, and health support to children and young people in need.
The Role:
As a Childcare Worker, you will be an integral part of a supportive staff team, working on a 24-hour rota, 7 days a week. Your role will involve:

• Providing care in a children’s residential home, adhering to Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.
• Delivering trauma-informed care based on psychological formulations.
• Building strong relationships with young people to ensure their safety and well-being.
• Preparing young people for a positive transition into adulthood through relational care.

Requirements:
The ideal candidate will:

• Hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) or be willing to work towards it.
• Be committed to supporting vulnerable and traumatised young people.
• Demonstrate good childcare practices and understand the needs of children and young people.
• Handle emotional and physical conflict and respond appropriately to crises.
• Understand child development, attachment, and the impact of trauma.

What We Offer:

• Salary: 24,909 – 27,317 per annum (or pro-rata for part-time roles)
• Healthcare: Corporate Healthcare cover via Medicash
• Pension: Group Personal Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance: Life Assurance Scheme
• Leave: Up to 33 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Family Benefits: Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• Sickness Scheme: Occupational Sickness Scheme
• Discounts: Access to various offers and discounts
• Referral Program: Recommend a friend scheme
• Recognition: Values Awards
• Training & Development: Comprehensive induction programme with ongoing training and development, regular supervisions, and annual appraisals
• Career Progression: Opportunities for career advancement
• DBS Check: Enhanced DBS check fully paid for and maintained on the DBS update service

Join us in making a difference in the lives of young people. Apply today to become part of our dedicated team.