Children's Support Worker Job in Weymouth

Children's Support Worker Job in Weymouth

We’re looking for the most compassionate and caring Support Workers to work with children who have autism and special needs in the Weymouth area. You will provide an essential service to support children, enabling them to access fun filled activities and provide family members with some respite.

A conscientious and dedicated approach to care makes an incredible difference to people, and that is exactly what makes you the perfect fit for our team. You will form an integral part of the Newcross Complex Care team in a rewarding role, delivering care in accordance with individual care plans that enrich lives.

You will have access to comprehensive training and 24 hour support and in order to ensure that you always have enough work, you will be employed on a permanent, flexible contract with guaranteed hours.

We are especially interested to hear from individuals with autism awareness training and breakaway training, or a willingness to work towards this.

The benefits of joining Newcross' Complex Care Team include:

• Up to 12.68/hr, paid weekly including holiday pay
• Free criminal record check (DBS) upfront
• Free uniform upon joining
• Your own online account area to enter availability, download timesheets and receive payslips
• One-to-one relationship with a dedicated service manager
• 24 hour support through our dedicated central team, 365 days a year
• Ongoing training and development through our training credits scheme
• Recommend a friend scheme, paying up to £500 per successful referral

In order to be considered for this job you will need the following:

• Right to live and work in the UK
• At least 3 months’ previous paid experience working with children with special needs
• Experience with non-verbal communication is desirable
• Referee contact details for your current place of work, and for all employments in the past 18 months or your 3 most recent jobs
• Full driving license and access to a car.

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If you cannot apply online, please call 0800 252 881. Newcross Healthcare Solutions is committed to promoting equal opportunities and nothing in this job advert is intended to discriminate against anyone in any way.