Job Description

Job Summary

NO COS/ SWITCH

We are seeking a dedicated Support Workers to provide compassionate care and assistance to individuals in a residential home setting. The ideal candidate will have experience in working with children.

Main Purpose of the Job:

To support vulnerable and challenging children and young people in a residential unit practically and emotionally. To assist them in working towards agreed plans for their future. To be responsible for the direct day-to-day care of the young people and other supportive tasks and responsibilities.

Main Tasks:

Professional Childcare Practice:

Promote the normal development of children/young people through a healthy lifestyle and stimulating activities. Monitor and protect children/young people from signs of distress or abuse. Be sensitive to individual needs based on factors like race, culture, gender, sexuality, disability, language, and religion. Engage in communication with children/young people, observe their behaviour, and maintain records. Contribute to care planning and participate in reviews and meetings. Provide support and comfort to children/young people under stress and encourage appropriate behaviour and set boundaries when necessary. Attend to physical needs of children/young people, including cooking, washing, shopping, etc.

Key Worker Responsibilities:

Take special responsibility for certain individual children/young people. Ensure their practical needs (dietary, healthcare, clothing, personal effects, etc.) are met. Address emotional needs by spending one-on-one time, discussing past and present difficulties, and promoting self-reliance. Maintain accurate records and represent them at meetings. Contribute to ongoing assessments and plans for these children/young people.

Relationships with Colleagues:

Act as a positive and cooperative member of the staff team and participate in staff/team meetings, contribute to reports, and share/receive information. Work flexibly as per the unit's staffing needs and Keep colleagues informed of relevant developments. Collaborate with colleagues to maintain unit goals and plans, working together on shared tasks, such as visits to families and organizing leisure activities.
Expected hours: 40 per week

Experience:

Residential Childcare: 1 year (preferred) Support Environment: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred) NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care (preferred)
Work Location: In person

PMVA training essential requirement.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 13.00-14.00 per hour

Language:

English (preferred)
Work Location: In person