Rotherwood
Youth Support Worker
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Oldham | Temporary to Permanent Opportunity | £12.71 per hour
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Rotherwood Cares is recruiting on behalf of our client for dedicated and compassionate Support Workers to join a brand-new residential service supporting young people aged 16–18.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new service from the beginning, initially working on a flexible temporary/ad-hoc basis, with the opportunity to secure a permanent position as the home develops.
About The Role
You will be supporting young people who may have experienced trauma and require consistent, person-centred support. Some of the young people may present with:
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- Trauma and adverse childhood experiences
- Mental health needs
- ADHD
- Emotional and behavioural difficulties
- Challenging behaviours
- Absconding risks
Your role will involve building positive relationships, promoting independence, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the young people, and supporting them to achieve positive outcomes.
Shift Pattern
- Flexible shifts available
- Days
- Waking Nights
- Ad-hoc work with the opportunity to progress into a permanent role
Pay Rate
- £12.71 per hour
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience supporting children, young people or adults with complex needs, mental health, learning disabilities or challenging behaviours.
- OR students currently studying Health & Social Care, Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, Youth Work or a related subject who are looking for part-time or full-time experience alongside their studies.
- A caring, resilient and professional approach.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
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Essential Requirements
- Enhanced DBS (Child and Adult Workforce) on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
- Right to work in the UK.
- Previous support or care experience is preferred.
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts.
If you're passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people and would like to be involved in a brand-new residential service, we'd love to hear from you.
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