Thrive Care Homes

We are excited to announce the opening of our brand-new children’s care home, set to launch in February 2025. At Thrive Care Homes, our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where children and young people can thrive, develop life skills, and build brighter futures. We are committed to delivering exceptional care and making a positive difference in their lives. Job Summary We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in providing assistance and support to children, ensuring their well-being and development. This position requires effective communication skills, the ability to follow care plans, and a genuine interest in childcare. A driving licence is preferred to facilitate transportation needs. Duties - Provide direct support to children, assisting with daily activities and personal care as needed. - Implement and adhere to individual care plans, ensuring that each child's unique needs are met. - Communicate effectively with children, families, and other professionals to promote a supportive environment. - Assist in the development of social skills and encourage positive interactions among peers. - Maintain accurate records of each child's progress and any incidents that occur during care. - Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support for each child. - Drive children to appointments or activities as required, ensuring their safety at all times. Requirements - Previous experience working with children is essential; experience in a support worker role is advantageous. - Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are necessary for effective interaction with children and families. - Familiarity with creating and following care plans is preferred. - A valid driving licence is desirable for transportation purposes. - IT skills are beneficial for maintaining records and communicating with team members. - A caring attitude and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment are crucial for success in this role. PLEASE NOTE WE ARE NOT ABLE TO OFFER WORK VISA SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE

Headway Care is currently recruiting part time Support Workers to work in our 16+ Semi Independent Provision based in Redbridge. We are looking for people who are enthusiastic about supporting young people and helping them develop their independent skills. Our team provides support to young people with a range of different needs, from food shopping and cooking meals to accompanying them at college open days and job interviews. Some young people have complex needs and would require more support. At Headway Care we look to recruit staff that have a passion for helping people and who see working with children in social care as a career path. We require experience in children’s residential care or experience working with children and/ or young people. This role is lone working. One full shift will require a full 13 hours within the home and a sleep in.