Children's Support Worker

The duties and responsibilities depend on the needs of the child they care for.

Assisting with washing and dressing the child

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

Child Care Worker experience requirements

The minimum requirement for a Child Care Worker's position is 6 months volunteer work with an organisation that is involved in supporting vulnerable people, such as a care home, hospital or charity.

You must have access to transport to the various sites throughout Hertfordshire.

Guidant Global (BH4SF) is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.