Children's Support Worker - Hertfordshire

Guidant Global is a leading recruitment partner for local authorities, providing a high calibre of agency staff. We are interested in hearing from Children's Support and Personal Care Workers who want to join our team and assist with day-to-day support for young service users within Hertfordshire County Council Residential and Supported Living Units.

We are looking for competent care assistants to support young, physically and/or mentally challenged service users in their everyday lives, enabling their independence as far as is possible. The support required considers the varying needs of young adults including those with mild to severe learning disabilities, mental health difficulties, sensory impairments, dysphagia and epilepsy.

The duties and responsibilities depend on the needs of the child you care for. They can include:

Assisting with washing and dressing

Preparing their food and helping them eat

Doing household tasks, such as shopping, tidying, cleaning and laundry

Getting to know the children, their needs and interests

Monitoring their health and weight and recording any concerns

Following care plans, routines, guidelines, risk assessments, and Behaviour Management Plans

Making sure they take prescribed medications

Administering medication as required (with training)

Supporting their mental and physical wellbeing through different activities

Assisting clients with physical therapy exercises

Working with other social care and health care professionals

Mobility support: moving and handling, hoisting

Acting quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

Child Care Worker skills and qualifications

Sensitivity to and understanding of people

Ability to do household chores and cook nutritious meals

The ability to work with different types of people

Patience and the ability to remain calm during stressful situations

The ability to work well under pressure

Attention to detail

Excellent customer service skills