Complex Needs Children's Support Worker / Carer - Care at Home - #2190293

Complex Needs Children's Support Worker / Carer - Care at Home

About SNMS

ScotNursing & Medical Services (SNMS) is one of the leading nursing and care agencies in the country, providing high-quality healthcare and nursing services across a range of sectors.

Operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, our experienced Healthcare and Nursing Coordinators provide dedicated support and guidance to our staff. We offer competitive rates of pay, in-house training and ongoing professional development opportunities.

The Role

SNMS is currently recruiting compassionate, experienced and dedicated Complex Needs Children's Support Workers / Carers to join our Care at Home team, providing personalised support to a client in West Dunbartonshire.

This is an opportunity to provide dedicated, person-centred care to children and young people with complex medical and additional support needs within their own home.

The successful candidates must have previous experience supporting individuals with autism, challenging behaviour and complex needs, including experience working with young people and non-verbal individuals.

You will play an important role in promoting the client's health, safety, comfort, dignity and wellbeing while ensuring their individual care and support needs are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personalised care and support within the client's home.
• Support children and young people with complex medical and additional support needs.
• Provide appropriate support to individuals with autism and learning disabilities.
• Support individuals who may display challenging behaviours, following agreed care plans and behaviour support strategies.
• Support non-verbal individuals, understanding and responding to their individual communication needs.
• Assist with personal care and daily living activities as required.
• Monitor the client's health, safety and overall wellbeing.
• Recognise and report any changes in health or behaviour.
• Maintain accurate care records and documentation.
• Promote dignity, independence, comfort and quality of life.
• Work collaboratively with families, healthcare professionals and SNMS coordinators.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 1 year's healthcare experience within the UK.
• Minimum SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care, or an equivalent or higher relevant qualification.
• Current registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
• Previous experience working with individuals with autism.
• Experience supporting individuals with challenging behaviours.
• Previous experience working with children and young people.
• Experience supporting non-verbal individuals.
• Good understanding of complex care and individual support needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient-focused and professional approach.
• Must have the legal right to work in the UK.

Important - Sponsorship

Please note that SNMS is currently unable to offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the appropriate right to work in the UK.

Position Details

Job Title: Complex Needs Children's Support Worker / Carer

Location: West Dunbartonshire

Service: Care at Home

Client Group: Children and Young People with Complex Needs

Experience: Minimum 1 year's UK healthcare experience

Qualification: Minimum SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care, or equivalent or higher relevant qualification - Essential

SSSC Registration: Essential

Autism & Challenging Behaviour Experience: Essential

Non-Verbal Support Experience: Essential

Apply Today!

Are you a compassionate and experienced Support Worker looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with complex needs?

Join SNMS and become part of a dedicated team providing high-quality, personalised care and support within the comfort of a client's own home.

Apply today - we would love to hear from you!