social worker

social worker Hounslow, England

My London Care
Full Time Hounslow, England 23655 - 23146 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

About us

My London Care has several semi-residential placements in West London that are staffed 24 hours a day. We are collaborative, fast-paced, rewarding, and our goal is to support and guide our residents with parenting and independent living skills. Through practical advice and support we aim to ensure that all service users are safe, happy and nurtured. We provide a home where parents and families can undergo assessments from their local social service teams and opportunities for personal development.

Our work environment includes:

  • Modern office setting
  • Growth opportunities
  • Casual work attire
  • On-the-job training
  • Flexible working hours

We are looking for a Female Support Worker with relevant experience to join our team. Successful candidates will be responsible for providing emotional and practical support to our residents, helping them to live as independently as possible. This role requires excellent communication skills, an understanding of the needs of vulnerable people and family dynamics, and the ability to work with a variety of professionals. The ideal candidate will have experience in the social care or childcare sector and a passion for helping others.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist residents with daily living activities.
  • Provide emotional support to residents.
  • Understand and input to individualised care plans for parents and children.
  • Monitor and document progress and engagement.
  • Communicate effectively with residents, families, and other professionals.
  • Be able to identify and respond to signs of distress and any safeguarding concerns.
  • Maintain accurate records of interactions and progress including key-work sessions.
  • Be able to work independently and as part of a team.

Requirements:

  • GCSE's in English and Maths
  • Level 3 Health and Social Care or equivalent
  • Experience in support work or childcare setting
  • Enhanced DBS Check

Shifts and rota:

Our semi-residential placements are staffed 24 hours a day with sleeping night shifts. Shift patterns are flexible and can be agreed when an offer is made - all staff are required to complete a minimum of 4 shifts per week.

  • Day 09:00 - 15:00
  • Evening 15:00 - 21:00
  • Night 21:00 - 09:00

Current availability: Evenings, Night Shift, Weekends (Weekday shift availability dependent on experience)

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Zero hours contract
Part-time hours: 24-40 per week

Salary: £23,146.00-£23,655.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Flexitime

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Flexitime
  • Holidays
  • Night shift
  • Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus scheme
  • Loyalty bonus
  • Performance bonus
  • Yearly bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Hounslow: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

  • Support Work: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

  • Enhanced DBS Check (preferred)
  • Level 3 Health and Social Care or equivalent (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 03/08/2023

social worker
My London Care

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