Needpro Nurturing Support Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, including vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Our recruitment process aims to create and maintain a safe workforce with robust vetting procedures for safer recruitment. The suitable applicant will be appointed subject to satisfactory references , an enhanced DBS, proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, including vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Our recruitment process aims to create and maintain a safe workforce with robust vetting procedures for safer recruitment. The suitable applicant will be appointed subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS,proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK.
Our semi-independent homes support up to 7 young people. The service is staffed 24 hours a day by a Support Workers. Key workers will provide support to young people in order to help them develop the life skills they require to meet the assessed needs of each young person and to allow them to eventually move onto independent living. They will work with young people to promote social inclusion and independent living, encouraging young people to maximise their skills.
We are, therefore, looking to find workers who are passionate and committed to making a positive difference in the lives of young people every time they come to work. We are looking for workers who share our values and attitudes to working with young people. Workers who are self-motivated and model positive behaviour.
Main Duties
To support young people to develop independent living skills through key work, goal setting and outcome focussed activities.
Managing a caseload of young people living in the semi-independent home and also in the nearby community; you will be responsible for structuring key work sessions consistent with an independent placement-agreement and support plan.
Building positive relationships with young people.
Develop a structured program of key work sessions based upon the young person’s individual support needs and focussed on developing their self-confidence, resilience, and self-esteem.
Promote safe, consistent, and understandable boundaries with young people in conjunction with a 'Young Person’s Agreement’, Support Plan, and House Rules .
Prepare detailed high-quality monthly progress reports regarding each young person’s progress which are submitted to the placing authority within deadlines.
Work in partnership with social workers and other agencies and support young people to attend meetings with other professionals. You will be required to attend admission and planning meetings and attend LookedAfter Children Reviews ensuring all relevant paperwork is completed.
You will be responsible to carry out weekly Health and Safety checks within the building.You must record and report any repair work or damage to the property to ensure it is kept to a high standard.
Mandatory attendance and participation in team meetings and training sessions as and structured supervision.
Responsible for structuring key work sessions consistent with an independent placement agreement and support plan.
Develop a structured programme of key work sessions based upon the young person's individual supports needs and focused on developing their self-confidence ,resilience and self-esteem
Support the young person in settling within the community and accessing local resources.
Ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of each young person and that’s safeguarding procedures are followed throughout their care.
Maintain the confidentiality of young people and report any concerns regarding the young person’s welfare to your line manager.
Assist the young person to engage with everyday living and develop skills where necessary by supporting their identified needs.
Provide support to young people with budgeting money, grocery shopping and administer a weekly subsistence allowance.
Encourage and support young people in accessing education, employment or training as well as supporting them with the application process
Encourage the young person to engage and take part in positive activities within the community, building on relationships and developing social networks.
Maintain accurate records, files, log keeping and all other required paperwork and administrative requirements.
Maintain petty cash and receipts for each expenditure.
To maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of the Home, reporting all repair issues and ensuring the environment is always welcoming.
You will be responsible to carry out weekly Health and Safety checks within the building. You must record and report any repair work or damage to the property to ensure it is kept to a high standard.
Promote safe, consistent and understandable boundaries with young people in conjunction with a Young Person's Agreement, Support Plan and House Rules.
Pay: £12.17-£13.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
