Support Worker - Olive Recruit : Job Details

Hours: 14 hours working shift pattern

• Day shifts: from 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

Job Scope:

Join our client's team as Support Worker at a charming, detached children’s home in Brighton and Hove. As a Support Worker you’ll collaborate with a cheerful team to care for children and young people facing emotional and behavioral challenges during overnight shifts. Supported by experienced leadership, you’ll cultivate a nurturing environment that fosters growth and positivity.

As a Support Worker, your role involves providing high-quality care, empowering these individuals to achieve remarkable progress. Central to your responsibilities is promoting independence and life skills while prioritizing their safety and wellbeing.

The Support Worker will work closely with a dedicated home manager, supporting a small group of up to 4 children or young people during your overnight shifts as a Support Worker. Training will be provided in therapeutic approaches and compliance with regulatory standards.

Engage in recreational and educational activities to enhance development, alongside routine tasks like updating care records, household upkeep, meal preparation, and assisting with personal care. This role offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a meaningful difference in young lives as a Support Worker.

Do you have?

• Experience working with children with special needs or in childcare, education, family support settings preferred.
• Strong commitment and desire to bring about positive change in the lives of children and young people in care.
• Level 3 NVQ in health and social care desirable

Benefits:

• Study for Level 3 children and young people qualifications
• Engaging company events
• Comprehensive company pension plan
• Convenient on-site parking facilities
• Annual performance based bonus
• 25 days of annual leave in addition to bank holidays
• Loyalty program providing extra annual leave after 2 years of service
• Blue Light Card, gym membership, and smart casual dress code
• Participate in a health and wellbeing programme
• Full funding for employee training

At Olive Recruit, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that embraces diversity and promotes inclusivity. Our core values—Integrity, Impact, Inclusivity, and Innovation—guide our efforts to create an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to excel.

As a recruitment agency, we prioritise sourcing and placing diverse candidates with our clients, recognising that diverse perspectives are essential for business success and inclusive work environments.

We take great pride in celebrating the unique backgrounds and experiences of our team members and candidates. By embracing these different perspectives, we not only create a great place to work but also better serve our clients. Your individuality is what makes our team strong.

Join us in championing our values and building a workplace where everyone can thrive.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to share this commitment and participate fully in safeguarding training and processes.

The successful applicant will undergo a free enhanced disclosure from the disclosure barring service & other compliance checks required.