Experienced Residential children's home Support worker (OFSTEAD)
Harmony First Care Home based in Nottingham.
The home is a specialist (Solo Placement) small children’s home providing niche services to children between the ages of 8-17 years who have E.B.D- Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties, where we will meet the needs of Looked After Children aged 8+ who have experienced trauma and display varying levels of emotional dysregulation and/or self-harming behaviour.
We are currently looking for enthusiastic and creative individuals who are dedicated to strive for the best outcomes for our young people. We believe every child and young person is entitled to live within a safe and nurturing environment. Somewhere they can grow, develop and reach their full potential.
Are you passionate about working with children and young people, do you have to the drive and commitment to make and be the difference in their lives. If so, then we would love to hear from you.
We welcome applications from individuals who have experience and qualifications in the children’s residential childcare sector but also those from those who feel they have something to offer our young people.
Duties:
- Provide support and assistance to individuals with disabilities or special needs
- Assist with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication management
- Support individuals in participating in community activities and social events - Help individuals develop and maintain independent living skills
- Document and report any changes in behaviour or health status to appropriate personnel
- Collaborate with a team of professionals to create and implement individualized care plans
Skills
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Empathy and compassion for individuals with disabilities or special needs
- Ability to remain calm and composed in challenging situations
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think on your feet
- Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of individuals
- Basic computer skills for documentation purposes
- Knowledge of relevant safety protocols and procedures
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties, responsibilities, and requirements may be subject to change based on the specific needs of the individuals being supported.
If you would like to discuss these opportunities further and gain an insight into Family first Care then please do not hesitate to apply with us.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £27,000 - £32,000
Expected hours: 48 per week
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Day range:
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends only
Physical setting:
- Care home
- Residential home
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
Experience:
- Residential Children's home: 2 year (required)
- Support worker Children: 2 year (Required)
- Experience working with a young person on a DoLs (Preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- NVQ Level 3 Health & soical care (preferred )
- QCF Level 3 in Residential childcare or equivalent – Preferred
- Restraint training (PMVA / PRICE etc) Preferred
- Enhanced DBS (Required)
- Driving licence (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Harmony First Care
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £27,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Transport links
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience working with a young person on a DoLs order ?
Education:
- Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)
Experience:
- Residential Childcare: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- DBS (required)
- NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care or Equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person
