Support Worker jobs in Milton Keynes

Essential Requirements:

• Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK
• Unfortunately, we do not offer sponsorship at this time

**We are offering a £500 starting bonus to successful applicants who are qualified with an NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare**

Shifts are 24.5 hours 10am - 10.30am the following day and include an onsite sleep-in from 11pm to 7am.

Benjamin UK is looking for Therapeutic Care Practitioners (Children/young people 12-18yrs EBD) to work as part of a team. Along with great pay we offer company pension, an excellent training package and flexible working patterns. The salary is £33,819 to £34,461 per annum , with increments on gaining the relevant qualification (NVQ). A degree in psychology or criminology or working with children with EBD are preferred.

Benjamin UK was founded 20 years ago, driven by a passion to protect the rights of society's most vulnerable children as well as for quality, innovation and product excellence, the company has developed into a highly trusted organisation. Our brand has become recognised and well respected for delivering services in 5 counties and accepting nationwide referrals. We provide 24 hour wrap around and fully integrated therapeutic care.

The Therapeutic Residential Children's Support Workers will be responsible for:
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• Supporting your people with emotional and behavioural difficulties and young people experiencing mental health problems.
• Helping promote a stimulating, caring and culturally appropriate environment for the young people.
• Providing practical and emotional support to young people under the guidance of the Management team.
• Work closely with young people, their families and professionals according to programmes and plans that have been implemented.
• Assist the individual to live a full and meaningful life that develops their potential and promotes their rights.

We provide full training for applicants who have no previous experience and are interested in care as a career whether it is after college or before retirement.
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The successful Therapeutic Residential Children's Support Workers will meet the following criteria:
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• Hold a full UK driving licence for a manual vehicle.
• Have a Diploma/NVQ3 in Caring for Children and Young People or commitment to work towards this qualification.
• Possess excellent communication, organisational skills and resilience.
• Have the ability to develop and promote positive working relationships with individual service users, their family and professional colleagues.
• Have a desire to succeed.
• Have a degree in psychology, criminology, mental health, nursing or similar ideally but not essential.

This role is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS and references.
Social Media checks will also be carried out for successful candidate.

The hours of work of work are based on 24.5 hour shifts, including weekends and bank holidays. Five of these shifts are completed every 2 weeks.

We are looking for dynamic and committed individuals with leadership qualities. If you feel you meet the criteria for the Therapeutic Residential Support Worker position, please apply online today.

www.benjaminuk.co.uk

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £33,819.00-£34,461.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Discounted or free food
• Referral programme

Application question(s):

• Do you have a degree in Psychology or Criminology?
• Are you able to complete the full time working pattern including the sleep in as described in the advert?
• Do you require Sponsorship from an employer to be able to work in the UK?
• Will you be based within a 30 minute drive of the job location?

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• working with children with EBD: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Full UK Driving Licence for a Manual Vehicle (required)
• NVQ Level 3 in working with children and young people (preferred)

Work Location: In person