Job Summary
Serenity Safe Sanctuary Children’s Residential Services is a dedicated home for Children and Young People who cannot live with their biological parents or extended family due to their circumstances. We are committed to ensuring all children and young people in our care can live safely without harm, abuse, or neglect. We support children and young people in reaching milestones and transitioning into adulthood in a safe and effective manner, helping them to realise their goals and dreams.
We will ensure that we continuously offer opportunities and support to help them overcome the barriers they face. We will provide personalised education and blended learning throughout their care and support to meet all needs. No child or young person is too much of a problem, with a therapeutic approach developed around the child who has a voice and choice within the care they receive. This is essential for raising strong, independent children who become valued members of our community
Duties
- To ensure that a caring and motivating environment is provided for the children and young people that considers individual developmental needs and enables children and young people to reach their full potential
- · To plan and prepare activities that meet the children and young people's needs and stimulate their learning and integration within the home.
- · Stay well-informed of legislation, guidelines, and policies to ensure compliance with the Children's Act, Children's Homes Regulations, and the national minimum standards. Be aware of all Ofsted guidance and information regarding the home.
- · To observe and assess children and young people's progress and keep accurate records of their achievements, behaviour and essential life events. To produce and keep up to date a life book for any young person for whom you have key working responsibilities.
- · To work with local authorities/ placing authorities to ensure the care the children and young people receive is outstanding
- · To establish and maintain positive working relationships with parents/carers in a way that supports young people's learning and development and values parental involvement where appropriate.
- · Be flexible in your working practices at home, e.g., to help where needed, including undertaking domestic tasks within the house, such as preparing meals, cleaning, shopping, etc.
- · Work alongside the Manager and staff team to ensure that the philosophy behind the home is fulfilled.
- · To keep clear and legible records regarding the young people. To ensure that entries in records are legible, clearly expressed, non-stigmatising and distinguished as far as possible between fact, opinion and third-party information
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From £13.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
