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We are St Helens Borough CouncilLocated in the heart of the Northwest close to Liverpool, Manchester and Lancashire, St Helens is a modernising Council which is passionate and ambitious for the children and families we support, our communities and our workforce. As part of our transformation journey, we continue to build on our progress and put children firmly at the centre of our care. We can only do this because of our highly valued, skilled, and supported workforce.Making a Difference as Residential Support WorkerThe main purpose of the post is to contribute to the provision of our Short Breaks Service that supports children and young people with learning disabilities and associated health needs. You'll be providing high quality individualised care in an exciting and rewarding environment.The role includes direct support of children and young people aged 7-17 years old who attend the service for a short break. The successful candidate will also Key Work a small amount of cases, building close links and therapeutic relationships with the families we support. Full training is provided for all aspects of the role.It would be preferable if applicants have some experience of working in a Health and Social Care setting and have an ability to work directly with vulnerable young people and manage challenging behaviour. The service operates a 24hr service and this role will involve shift work, including rotation on to waking nights.St Helens council will support your development as you work towards and complete your Level 4 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce (with social care pathway) within 2 years of commencement. You must be willing to complete this course to apply for the position.This is an exciting opportunity for you to utilise your existing skills and develop new ones. You will receive continuous support, development, and career progression opportunities on your journey with us.Interested to Find Out More? You can review our full job description details, and person specification information here.This post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure.We reserve the right to close the advert early, with sufficient applications. Apply early to avoid disappointment.Share this vacancy with friends and family via your socials below!Equality &amp; DiversityWe encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.All Council employees are required to abide by the ethical standards embodied by the 7 Nolan PrinciplesSt Helens Council is officially recognised as one of the region’s leading fair employers, achieving accredited status under the Liverpool City Combined Authority Fair Employment Charter. The Charter recognises the ongoing commitment to fair pay, secure work, training &amp; progression &amp; staff well-being whilst celebrating employers who go above and beyond for their workforce providing an inclusive and supportive environment.

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