Bluestones Medical Complex Care is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker to join its specialist care team in Chester, supporting children with complex health needs.
This rewarding role is ideal for individuals who are patient, empathetic, and genuinely passionate about making a difference in the lives of children requiring high-quality, personalised care.
Join Bluestones Medical Complex Care and become part of a trusted team that delivers vital support to families, while developing your career in a nurturing and professional environment. Full training and ongoing development opportunities are provided.
About Bluestones Medical Complex Care
Bluestones Medical Complex Care is an Ofsted, CQC, and CIW registered care provider, committed to empowering, enriching, and encouraging service users to lead healthy and fulfilling lives.
The organisation delivers clinical-led, bespoke care packages tailored to meet each individual’s specific needs.
Bluestones Medical Complex Care is proud to work alongside a highly skilled and values-driven team of social care professionals, recognising that delivering the highest standard of care depends on acquiring the very best candidates.
Position: Support Worker
Salary: £14 per hour
Job Type: Full Time
Location: Chester
About the Role
Bluestones Medical Complex Care is looking to recruit dedicated and compassionate Children’s Support Workers to support our care packages in Chester. We are leading the way in innovative and progressive care for children with complex needs. Our aim is to nurture and develop young people into independent, responsible adults using our pioneering SEED model.
Our care practices are constantly evolving to provide the highest quality support tailored to each individual. Our passionate teams work tirelessly to help our young people thrive and achieve their full potential.
We love exceptional people and are looking for champions of care for our young people, those who can embody our values; teamwork, passion, innovation, humility, trust and accountability. In return we offer an exceptional place to work with a wide range of benefits, rewards, and opportunities to grow your career. These include:
- Industry-leading pay rates
- Flexible work – find the work-life balance that suits you
- Free Blue Light Card
- Free mandatory training
- Paid specialist training (CPI/Breakaway, self-harm, safeguarding and more)
- Regular mentoring and upskilling opportunities
- Qualifications from Level 2 to Level 7
- Refer a friend scheme worth up to £300*
- Access to our in-house clinical team for support and advice whenever you need it
We also provide free private healthcare to all our staff. This allows you to claim the full amount back for things like dental and optical appointments, massages, reiki, allergy testing and prescriptions. You’ll even have access to free counselling sessions & virtual GP appointments.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting with personal care, facilitating activities, and providing emotional support
- Providing support and care to children with disabilities and/or challenging behaviour
- Building positive relationships with the children, their families and other professionals involved in their care
- Maintaining accurate records and report any concerns to the relevant parties
- Ensuring that best practice is implemented throughout all areas of the care package
- Have a genuine, authentic desire to better the life of the young person
Required skills:
- Ability to communicate effectively with children from diverse backgrounds
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with children, families, and multidisciplinary teams
- Compassionate, patient and empathetic towards children with complex needs
- Ability to work in a team and follow guidelines and procedures
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
What experience and qualifications would help?
- NVQ Level 2 or above in Health and Social Care
- 1 or more years of experience working with children with disabilities and/or challenging behaviour
- An understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to child protection and safeguarding
- Having an Enhanced Adults and Children’s DBS on the update service would be advantageous.
- Must be a driver with business insurance or willing to add
If you are passionate about supporting children with complex needs and have the skills and experience required for this role, we would love to hear from you.
Required Documents
- CV/Resume
- Cover Letter
Application Process
To apply for this role, please visit HERE
Application Deadline
Open until filled