Specialist Support Worker

Overview

Join a Team That's Changing Lives and Making a Real Difference as a Specialist Support Worker in Sunderland

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Are you passionate about empowering young people to achieve their full potential? Do you thrive on making a meaningful impact in their lives? Join our dynamic team where honesty, commitment, flexibility, and integrity are celebrated!

Step into a rewarding role with the National Care Employer of the Year! We're seeking enthusiastic full-time Specialist Support Workers to join our innovative Transitions Project in Sunderland.

As a Specialist Support Worker, you'll play a pivotal role in providing vital support and guidance to young individuals, helping them navigate life transitions and acquire essential life skills.

• Provide personalised supervision and support to empower young people to live safely and independently.
• Assist in developing crucial life skills such as budgeting, cooking, accessing education, and training opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with our dedicated team to ensure the well-being and success of our service users.

• Competitive salary: £26,500 - £28,500 dependent on experience and qualifications.
• Sleeps paid at £50 per night
• Comprehensive benefits package, including enhanced DBS check, healthcare plan, and excellent learning and development opportunities.
• Enjoy perks like our profit share scheme, recognition program, credit union saving scheme, and company events.
• Join a vibrant, inclusive culture that values your contributions and celebrates success.

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care (Children) or equivalent (or willingness to work towards it).
• Previous experience working with children, youth offending, care leavers, or substance/alcohol misuse preferred.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and some nights as part of a rotating schedule.

If you're an experienced support worker or have relevant life experience, seize this opportunity to make a difference! Apply now or contact the team on  to embark on a rewarding career journey with us.

ROC Transitions is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and service users. Pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure, will be conducted.