Main Duties and Responsibilities
Supporting the Needs of Children and Young People
Through individual practice and the effective management of a team,
actively support the positive holistic development of the children/young
people within the home.
To actively safeguard and promote the welfare of the children/young
people.
To report immediately any unsafe practices and conditions.
To ensure the ongoing assessment of children and young people’s needs
in day to day practice.
Ensure all staff practice is in line with best practice and the children and
young people’s Care and Placement Plans.
Actively promote structure, boundaries and routines within a safe and
nurturing environment.
Take responsibility for the effective and efficient running of shifts
including the planning and facilitation of activities.
Provide a positive role model for the young people, presenting oneself in
a highly professional manner.
As required work with young people on intervention strategies to
promote pro-social behaviour.
Ensure the delivery of all key worker areas and responsibilities including
delivery of direct work.
Personal Development and Team Membership
Represent the home at reviews and or meetings.
Undertake relevant training programmes as required by governing
regulation, guidance, and the Company.
At all times promote and ensure anti-discriminatory practices.
Oversee, supervise, appraise and develop the skills of staff in their
working practice.
Work in partnership and develop professional working relationships with
colleagues, other agencies and professionals to meet the needs of young
people and their families.
Fulfil sleep-in duties in accordance with the agreed rota.
To show a willingness to undertake appropriate training as part of overall
professional development.
To carry out any other reasonable and relevant duties as required
including deputising in the absence of senior colleagues.
Regulatory and Administrative
Ensure effective service delivery in line with the policies and procedures
of the Home and the Company.
To work in accordance with the Children’s Homes Regulations, other
statutory guidance, and co- operate with any inspection process.
Oversee, write and edit all reports when submitted for meetings and
reviews.
Monitor and maintain administrative requirements ensuring compliance
with policy and regulation.
Take responsibility for having sound working knowledge of key policies
and procedures including Safeguarding, Fire and Health and Safety
Procedures at your place of work.
Pay: £35,000.00-£37,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Paid training
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
