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.
• Actively promote structure, boundaries and routines within a safe and nurturing environment.
• 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.
Personal Development and Team Membership
• 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 programmes as required by governing regulation, 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.
• 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 including leading shifts
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, other statutory guidance, and co- operate with any inspection process.
• Work in line with young peoples’ care and placement plans.
• Complete and maintain administrative records as required by the home.
• Participate in and complete reports for, statutory reviews and meetings concerning the 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.