Pay rates £11.93 -15.24 per hour

Temporary role, with an option to go permanent

Full and Part time.

Bristol City Council are looking for support with children and young people in residential homes, with a range of complex needs which include severe learning difficulties, disabilities and challenging behaviour with additional impairments. We work with children and young people in groups that reflect the individual needs.

We are looking for compassionate individuals with the capacity to connect with Yong people . While you will bring plenty of empathy to the role, you will also be able to set boundaries - so you will need to demonstrate patience and resilience.
It would be ideal if you have experience of working with children or young people in a residential setting.
Ability to find and use creative ways to communicate with children, you will also be quick to learn, and willing to work flexibly and innovative to meet the changing and challenging needs of the children.
Ability to form trusted relationships with young people in your care by supporting them with their social and emotional development, educational achievement, whilst setting boundaries and bringing consistency to their lives.
NVQ level 3 or working towards is desirable, experience with children will also be considered if no qualifications

You will also be expected to work shifts including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep-in duties.

If successful you will be required to undertake Safeguarding of children training and an Enhanced DBS which will be at no cost to the candidate, option to go permanent after 3 months.

PPE Will be provided if required

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