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Support Worker (Children’s Care Home) | NCH | BirminghamNCH is seeking a dedicated and caring Support Worker to join its Children’s Care Home team in Birmingham. This rewarding role is perfect for individuals who are passionate about supporting children and young people to thrive in a safe, nurturing environment. Applicants must be 22 years or older and ready to provide compassionate, consistent support to children with diverse needs. This role involves working closely with a professional team to create a positive, stable home where every child can feel valued and encouraged to achieve their potential. If you have the dedication to make a difference in children’s lives, apply now to build your career as a Support Worker with NCH Birmingham. Position:Support Worker Job Type:Full Time/Part Time Location:Birmingham About the Role*Please note applicants must be 22 years or older (due to specific requirements of this role)* What are we looking for? We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone in our care and expect everyone to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and a detailed explanation relating to any gaps in education and employment. What is the job about? We seek Residential Support Workers to join our team and provide individualized care to children and young people with learning disabilities. The job involves promoting independence, creating a safe and inclusive environment, and understanding the unique needs of each young person to provide tailored support and help them thrive. How will your skills be recognised? Your skills will be recognised through verbal recognition, opportunities for growth within the organisation, promotion and advancements, performance bonuses, and the employee of the month program. As part of the employee of the month program, you can expect to receive £100-£200 vouchers for performance. Opportunities for growth? We offer free specialist training free enrolment on Levels 3 and 4 working with children and young people after successfully passing the probation period. We also offer employees free Level 5 in Management courses based on performance, skills, and potential. This provides ample opportunities for growth within the organisation. Duties and Responsibilities:Support young people in their day-to-day life with routines such as (hygiene, independence skills, cooking, cleaning, laundry, shopping, budgeting, and empowering them to make choices). Prepare meals, ensuring dietary restrictions and preferences are followed. Perform light housekeeping tasks, such as tidying up living areas, laundry, and washing dishes. To assist and encourage young people to participate in activities promoting their development. To create a structured and supportive environment, use visual aids, and implement strategies like visual schedules and social stories to promote communication and development. To report back to seniors and management, follow their lead, work as a team player, and use initiative. Promote well-being in the home by ensuring the environment is nurturing and safe. Act as a key worker for young people, supporting their needs and planning and implementing activities to help their development. Help young people resolve conflicts and manage their behaviour safely. Support young people in reducing behaviours that put them at risk of harm. To build positive relationships, follow and implement positive behaviour strategies aligned with plans. Ensure the home’s records are completed to a high standard, electronically and by hand. Collaborative work with other professionals such as social workers, health professionals, and teachers. Good ICT skills, including using Microsoft Office, Excel, and the Internet. Complete handwritten and typed paperwork. Ensure files and paperwork are kept in order and up to date. Attend shifts as required and participate in the on-call and the sleep-in rota. Undertake training as the organisation requires and take responsibility for continuing professional development. Attend and contribute to regular supervision meetings and annual appraisals. Adhere to ALL workplace policies, including safeguarding and child protection. Sound knowledge and understanding of the regulatory body and underpinning legislation for working with children and young people. Complete other assigned duties. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone in our care and expect everyone to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and a detailed explanation relating to any gaps in education and employment We are a company that believes in equal opportunities and values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. As we strive to expand our business, it is crucial that we attract the most talented employees from diverse backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to help us in supporting our children and young people. Required DocumentsCV/Resume Application ProcessTo apply for this role, please visitHERE#J-18808-Ljbffr