Description Proposed Interview Date: Thursday 6 and Friday 7 February 2025 Closing Date: Wednesday 29 January 2025 Contract Type: Permanent Salary: FC6 £29,508.69 to £32,437.03 pro rata Working Pattern: 18 hours per week, on rota basis including evening and weekends and sleepovers Location: Based in Fife Supporting Statement As part of your application, you must provide us with a Supporting Statement which outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy. For more information, check out the How to Apply section of our Career Site. Without a Supporting Statement, your application will not be progressed. Please upload your Supporting Statement at the section marked ‘upload resumé’. Your Supporting Statement must not be a CV. More information is available on our Career site at www.fife.gov.uk/jobs/supportingstatement. Please consider and demonstrate the following when completing your Supporting Statement: Give examples of how you would promote our service values which are Ambition, Belonging, Respect and Love Job Details Fife Residential Childcare and Housing Support Service Are you a caring, passionate, active, honest and kind individual, if so, this may the position for you. Our Residential Service support some of the most vulnerable young people in Fife who have experienced significant childhood adversity and who, at times, may experience significant distress and distressed related behaviours. Candidates must: Provide high-quality care and support to children in a residential setting Assist in the development and implementation of individual care plans Promote a safe, nurturing, and positive environment for all children Support children in their daily routines, including education, activities, and personal development Maintain accurate records and documentation as required Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external agencies to meet children's needs Uphold safeguarding procedures and ensure the well-being of all children Uphold the principals of the Promise Scotland Undertake physical tasks (for example cleaning and cooking) that promote a homely environment Participate in various activities with children in the house and community The successful applicant will be expected to uphold professional standards as detailed by the SSSC and the Care Inspectorate The Person: Experience of working with young people who have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences An understanding of the concepts and principles of attachment & trauma responsive care Must be able to see beyond presenting behaviours whilst being able to display empathy, compassion and hope for young people Understand that this is a demanding and, at times, very tough job. A high level of composure and resilience is required Must have an HNC in Social Care and SVQ 3, or be willing to work toward these qualifications and register with SSSC within 3 months of start date Ability to organise and participate in leisure and recreational activities A full driving licence is desirable Before confirming to your appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and become a member of the relevant PVG scheme. As this role requires SSSC registration, the successful applicant will have three months to apply for registration. If appointed, you must start your application as soon as possible so you're registered within the required six months. More details are included in the role profile Further Information Role Profile - When preparing your supporting statement, review the role profile and think about how you meet the essential criteria Role Profile How We Work Matters - Our employees are expected to display and promote certain behaviours in the workplace. See our How We Work Matters behaviour framework for more information. Employee Benefits - Employees have access to a benefits package that offers discounts on a wide range of products and services. Local and national discounts including supermarkets, restaurants, and retail Directorate Information - Council Department information Social Media - Search for more 'Fife Council Jobs' on Facebook or follow us on Twitter FCJobsOfficial. For further information please contact Ashley Wilson - ashley.wilsonfife.gov.uk