Support Worker – Enfield – London

iPeople SC Solutions are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Support Workers to work with 16-18 year Care Leavers for our client based in Enfield and Ilford area.

Strong interpersonal and organisational skills are essential to build a professional rapport with the Young People and support them in achieving their independence.

There are also opportunities to develop into the role of a Senior Support Worker with greater responsibilities and benefits.

• Monitor, support, and advise a small group of Young People within a lone working setting.
• You will typically work with children who are Asylum Seekers, Young Offenders, YP struggling with mental health difficulties, and those with minor learning difficulties.
• You will also be expected to complete 1:1 life-skills work with the young people and escorting to appointments when necessary.
• Daily Logs, Monthly Reports, and Incident Reports
• Regular monthly supervision by a qualified and experienced social worker
• All daily logs and reporting on an easy to use bespoke IT system
• Cleaning communal areas
• Senior managers regularly visit and are available 24 hours a day for support and advice.
• Consultation available upon request
• Cover arranged for the houses if you are asked to escort young people for appointments.
• Shifts are allocated Monthly based on your availability provided a month in advance. Although fixed shift patterns are preferred.

• Day Shifts are 8am – 7pm
• Night Shifts (sleep-in) are 7pm – 8am (Sleeping Hours are 12-7am)

• Valid Enhanced DBS dated in past 12 months
• NVQLevel 3 or higher in Health and Social Care or relevant qualification
• Relevant professional experience working with children / Care Leavers aged 16-18
• Night and weekend availability are essential