Therapeutic Level 3 Support Worker - Newport, Telford & Wrekin or Whitchurch, North Shropshire

Do you have a passion for providing therapeutic support and creating nurturing environments for young people?

Are you ready to empower children and young people to maximise their opportunities and aspirations?

Can you work collaboratively with a dedicated team to deliver high-quality care and support in a residential setting?

Physis Care is excited to be offering an opportunity to join their team as a Therapeutic Support Worker. Physis provides residential care, education, and therapy for children and young people aged 11-18 who have experienced or are at risk of exploitation.

We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Therapeutic Support Worker to join our team and play a key role in creating safe and caring spaces for young people. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in a supportive and therapeutic environment.

The successful Therapeutic Support Worker will have:

Level 3 QCF Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) - essential
Experience working with children with complex needs in a residential setting
A manual driver's licence for use of on-site vehicles
The ability to handle challenging situations with a calm and positive approach
Strong leadership skills and the ability to share best practice with the wider team
In return, you can expect:

A supportive working environment with a close-knit team
Competitive salary with sleep-in payments of £65 per night
Access to a well-being package including Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), life insurance, free will writing service, discounted legal services, and well-being allowance
Specialised training and a highly-rated induction programme
A referral scheme
Participation in a company pension scheme
What's involved in the role?

Implementing and modeling the Physis Model of Therapeutic Care to provide emotional, social, and educational support to young people
Working as part of a team under the direction of the Registered Manager (RM) to deliver the highest standards of care
Supporting the day-to-day maintenance of the household, including tasks such as driving, cooking, and cleaning
Always promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and take on the rewarding challenge of working as a Therapeutic Support Worker, click 'APPLY NOW' and we'll be in touch with more information about this fantastic opportunity!

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