As part of your role you will be involved in the planning and delivery of educational and/or recreational activities to children and young people.
This will include:
Improving the wellbeing of young people by promoting healthy nutrition and participation in active lifestyle and enrichment activities
Building and maintaining genuine professional relationships with children and young people attending the provision
Building and maintaining effective relationships with staff, volunteers, parents and other stakeholders that are conducive to effective performance in your role
Provide a welcoming, safe and informal learning environment for young people
Supporting indoor and outdoor activities for different age groups from 5 -17 years. This can range from writing and storytelling, to cycling, boating, sport, camping and social action projects
Training:
As a Youth Support Worker you will work primarily in the evenings with the occasional weekend at one of our two youth centres located in the Grange Park Estate and Bloomfield Ward Blackpool
You will also attend Bolton College (BL3 5BG) one day (6 hours) per week
Training Outcome:
The successful candidate may have the opportunmity to progress to a higher level apprenticeship or full time employment with the organisation
Employer Description:The Boathouse Youth currently works with children and young people aged 5 to 17, from socio-economically deprived communities across Blackpool, to help tackle the challenges they’re experiencing. Youth participation is at our heart.
Our Youth Services Team are at the very heart of what we do; they are on the front line! As a member of this team, you will be working directly with our young people, delivering a variety of sessions and activities that support the charity in meeting its core objectives
Our team of highly skilled professionals interact with young people on a daily-basis to deliver well thought out programmes in an engaging way. We aim to facilitate a safe space to improve mental well-being, promote positive behaviours, support educational growth and encourage a healthy lifestyle.
This helps young people become the best versions of themselves through increasing their aspirations and improving their relationships.
Our ultimate aim is to break the cycle of deprivation and enable our young people to lead their best livesWorking Hours :As a Youth Support Worker you will work primarily in the evenings Monday - Friday, 3.00pm - 9.00pm with the occasional weekend.
at one of our two youth centres located in the Grange Park Estate and Bloomfield Ward.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Creative,Non judgemental,Patience,positive....Read more...
Do you have a passion for working children and young people? Do you have some professional experience working with young people? A job working for the council could be for you!
I am looking for passionate Support Workers with experience working with Children and/or Young Adults with either traumatic backgrounds, Learning Disabilities, Mental Health or Challenging Behaviours.
My client is the local authority who are looking to increase their staff team in a four bed home based in Tiverton.
We are looking for a Therapeutic Support Worker to join on a permanent full time basis.
If you have experience with children and young people in SEN education, youth work, young offenders or fostering, a career in children's homes is for you.
Benefits include:
£31,000 starting (this includes salary plus sleep ins)Job security with the local councilFully funded qualifications and trainingPublic Sector benefits packageExcellent progression opportunities within the council
Do you have:
Experience of working within children or young adults with learning disabilities, mental health, or behaviours that challenge - SEN School, youth work, community young people, children's learning disabilities, semi-independent services, care leavers, youth justice, children's homesLevel 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent (or willingness to complete)Ability to complete shifts patterns, weekends, and overnight stays.Driving license and vehicle - EssentialFor more information apply now.
Please note, we are unable to consider applications from candidates who require sponsorship....Read more...
Do you have a passion for working children and young people? Do you have some professional experience working with young people? A job working for the council could be for you!
I am looking for passionate Support Workers with experience working with Children and/or Young Adults with either traumatic backgrounds, Learning Disabilities, Mental Health or Challenging Behaviours.
My client is a highly reputable charitable provider of residential homes and education to young people from difficult starts and display associated challenging behaviour.
We are looking for a Therapeutic Support Worker to join a fantastic home in Newark on Trent.
If you have experience with children and young people in SEN education, youth work, young offenders or fostering, a career in children's homes is for you.
Benefits include:
£33,00 - £36,000 (this includes 2 x sleep ins per week)
39 hours or 45 hours per week contracts available
Job security with a highly established and reputable charity
Excellent progression opportunities within the council
Do you have:
Experience of working within children or young adults with learning disabilities, mental health, or behaviours that challenge - SEN School, youth work, community young people, children's learning disabilities, semi-independent services, care leavers, youth justice, children's homes
Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent (or willingness to complete)
Ability to complete shifts patterns, weekends, and overnight stays.
Driving license and vehicle - Essential
For more information apply now.
Please note, we are unable to consider applications from candidates who require sponsorship. ....Read more...
We are currently seeking an experienced Locum Senior Social Worker to join a Hospital Team.
Do not apply unless you hold a recognised Social Work qualification and a minimum of 2 years post qualified experience.
About the Role
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Locum Social Worker to join the Hyper-Acute and Acute unit. Working across a Youth Ward and a Community Neuro-Rehabilitation Team, the position plays a key role in supporting complex stroke patients through discharge and rehabilitation pathways.
Working within a specialist multidisciplinary team including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Neuropsychologists, Clinical Nurse Specialists, and Therapy Assistants, contribute to high-quality patient care and safe discharge planning.
Duties will include attending safeguarding and family meetings, supporting discharge planning, and providing specialist social care guidance to both patients and professionals.
About You
The ideal candidate will hold a recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) and have strong experience within hospital-based social work, complex discharge planning, and multidisciplinary team working.
Confidence working within fast-paced acute settings and supporting patients and families through challenging transitions is key to the success of this role. Knowledge of The Care Act, safeguarding, housing, benefits advice, and community support pathways is essential.
What’s on Offer?
£34.00 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payments options available also)Hybrid working arrangementSpecialist hospital-based opportunitySupportive and experienced MDT environmentOpportunity to work within a leading Stroke Unit serviceOngoing locum contract
For More Information
Harley Hayward - Recruitment Consultant
0118 948 5555 / 07553 040465....Read more...
