Main Purpose of the job – To be part of a team offering a comprehensive, high-quality residential service to children and young people. The aim being to ensure the physical, social and emotional well-being of the children/young people are met and to assist in their positive holistic development and resilience.
Main Responsibilities:
* Supporting the Needs of Children and Young People
* To actively safeguard and promote the welfare of the children/young people
* To report immediately any unsafe practices and conditions
* To promote structure, boundaries, and routines within the home
* 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
* To undertake the role of a key worker for children/young people
* To deliver direct and individual work to children/young people
* Support young people in project and group work
* Provide and participate in leisure activities in line with the care and placement plans of the young people
* To work as part of a team and support less experienced staff in the work and operation of the home in conjunction with the organisation’s policies and procedures
* Undertake relevant training programs as required by governing regulations, guidance, and the Company
* At all times promote and ensure anti-discriminatory practices
* Attend and participate in supervision and staff meetings as required by governing regulations
* 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:
* To carry out duties in line with the company’s policies and procedures
* To work in accordance with the Children’s Homes Regulations, and other statutory guidance, and cooperate with any inspection process
* Work in line with young people’s care and placement plans
* Complete and maintain administrative records as required by the home
* Work in partnership with colleagues, other agencies, and professionals to meet the needs of young people
* Develop and maintain professional working relationships with colleagues, children/young people, and families
* Participate in and complete reports for statutory reviews and meetings concerning young people where required
* 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
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