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Care Support Mentor

Job Posted: 3 hours ago

Salary: £ 32,500 - 35,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: CO1, Colchester, Essex

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Personpower is proud to be working with a well-established and highly regarded Children's Residential provider based in Colchester for young people aged between 8 - 17 with emotional and behavioral needs.

The Role

As a Care Support Mentor, you will support the team in the day-to-day running of the home, on a 3 days on with 1 sleep in and 4 days off basis. You will lead by example, ensuring the highest standards of care and safeguarding are maintained.

Key Responsibilities

  * Support young people with their daily routines, including education, hobbies, and household tasks

  * Provide emotional support and act as a positive role model

  * Help plan and take part in recreational activities, trips, and group outings

  * Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning

  * Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, schools, and professionals

  * Ensure safeguarding and children’s welfare remain at the heart of everything you do

About You

  * Compassionate, patient, and committed to helping young people thrive

  * Able to remain calm under pressure and handle challenging behaviour positively

  * Great communicators who can build trusting relationships

  * Team players, but also confident working independently

What We Offer

  * Competitive hourly rate and sleep in rate (£13.50ph - £15.00ph and £75 per sleep in)

  * Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation

  * Supportive team environment

Requirements

  * Applicants must be over 21 (in line with children’s home regulations)

  * Full UK driving licence and Full Right To Work

  * Lvl 3 in Children and Young People or equivalent (desirable)

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