Learning Support Worker (Derry)

Hays Social Care are looking for experienced Support Workers to support a charity in Derry.

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Hays Social Care is working with a youth accommodation centre who provide housing and support some of the most vulnerable in our community.

You will work to build the skills and confidence of the young people in residence. You will be providing individualised support to certain young people based on their needs and will support on average 15 young people in the community.

What you'll need to succeed in this position, you will need to be NISCC registered, open to shift rotations and have at least 2 years’ experience working with young people aged 16-25 or a degree in Social Work or Community Youth Work.

You will have a positive attitude and experience of supporting vulnerable clients to achieve focused and positive outcomes, have the ability to manage your case load and liaise with external agencies.

You will have working knowledge of legislation relating to Health and Safety and safeguarding of clients and the main support needs which are commonly faced by homeless and vulnerable clients.

You will have experience of assessing risk and safety planning in order to keep young people safe, a current driving licence & access to a car and, lastly, experience with youth homelessness.

What you'll get in return

• £12.49 per hour- Paid holidays
• Ongoing training and development of skills
• Making a difference to the lives of families

What you need to do now. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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