Children's Support Worker in Brighton inBrighton PUBLISHED SAT 4 JAN 2025 Jump to job information section

We are looking for competent care assistants to support physically and/or mentally challenged service users in their everyday lives, enabling their independence as far as is possible. The support required takes into account the varying needs of people including those recovering from an operation or illness with mild to severe learning disabilities, mental health difficulties, sensory impairments, dysphagia and epilepsy The fulfilment and satisfaction that comes with helping others surpasses the challenges of this job.

The duties and responsibilities

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

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