Disability Support Worker Children's Home Oldham, England
Job description
Do you thrive in making a difference to the lives of young people? Do you have a passion to work with children?
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our PBS team who support children with complex needs, learning disabilities, autistic spectrum disorders and behaviours that challenge.
Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is a person-centred approach to supporting people with a learning disability.
You will work directly with the young people to provide care and support in order to meet their needs and develop their independence and life skills, implementing evidence-based interventions and PBS plans to reduce behaviours of concern and improve quality of life.
Experience with Learning Disabilities or Mental Health support for adults or children, either through employment or your own personal experiences is required for this role. Recognised care certificates such as NVQ or CQF are desirable but not essential as we can offer training from day one and fantastic career pathways to develop you to gain these qualifications.
So, if you are kind, resilient, and have a “can do” attitude, apply below:
Salary includes sleep ins at £50
You
· A current valid full driving licence is essential.
· Previous Residential Childcare experience is desirable (Not nursery/early years)
. Experience of working with young people with a physical and/or learning disability
· Possessing a Level 3 in Children's and Young People's Workforce is desirable.
· Be able to work on a shift/Rota basis
· Happy to undergo an enhanced DBS certificate upon appointment.
Benefits
· Extensive Training and career progression
· Access to Paycare and Employee Assistance Programme
· Contributory Pension
· Long Service Rewards
Family Care Group provided the following inclusive hiring information:
We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £26,494.00-£29,536.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Weekend availability
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: One location
